Shipping Associate I

Starkey Hearing Technologies; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hearing technology company in Plainfield, IN is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Clerk to manage timely shipments and maintain accuracy in packaging and invoicing. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and previous shipping experience, with additional proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role offers an hourly rate between $15.18 and $19.95, along with various benefits including medical and dental insurance.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Previous shipping/receiving experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience working in standard warehouse conditions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely shipment to domestic and international customers.
• Add shipping materials to orders as per specifications.
• Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
• Perform safety procedures and follow the standard operating protocols.

Skills

Ability to read and understand numbers and written instructions

Computer skills (Oracle, Excel, Word)

Verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

Overview

Starkey Hearing is hiring at its distribution center in Plainfield, IN. This position is responsible for accurate and timely domestic and international shipments leaving the Starkey Global Distribution Center (GDC). All safety and standard operating procedures are to be used to complete tasks. In addition, this position will be responsible for invoice and packaging accuracy.

Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies. We are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. Our teams come to work each day focused on ensuring people everywhere have the products and services they need to hear better and live better.

Founded in 1967 by Bill Austin, Starkey is known for our cutting-edge hearing health innovations, industry-leading research and development, and not being afraid to push the edge of what's possible.

We are headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, have over 5,000 employees in 29 facilities across the globe, and do business in more than 100 markets worldwide.

Watch this video to see more of what sets Starkey apart.

https://youtu.be/9cUYwTlCepg?si=wkovx8_R_iINfrc6

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure all items are shipped to domestic and international customers on time and according to standard operating procedures & customer specifications.
• Set up work
• Add shipping materials to orders, according to Shipping Matrix
• Build protective
• Verify shipment account number, part number(s), quantities, and special delivery
• Validate shipment
• Use computer to invoice
• Place shipping packages into bins and/or onto pallets (use shrink wrap machine, if applicable).
• Cross-train in invoicing and packaging for both international and domestic
• Perform and follow-up on all safety
• Maintain a clean and organized storage
• Follow-up on internal inefficiencies and implement
• Perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements

Minimum Education, Certification and Experience Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma

Experience

Previous shipping/receiving experience required.

Knowledge/ Technical Requirements

• Microsoft office knowledge desired

Competencies, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and understand numbers and written instructions
• Computer skills desired: Oracle lli, Excel, Word, and
• Ability to read and understand written/verbal directions and paperwork such as standard operating
• Verbal communication and customer service
• Ability to stand for long periods of
• Data entry skills
• Good attention to detail required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal/people skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Hand/eye
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Work Context

Working Condition

• Standard warehouse conditions (temperature-controlled environment)
• Regular attendance and responsiveness to reasonable job-related directives as given by the Supervisor
• Stand and move around throughout the day, as required
• Occasionally come into contact with hazardous materials

Equipment Operation

• Standard office and warehouse equipment; e-mail, scan and copier machine, tape guns, cutters, cardboard baler, step ladder, pallet jack, label printers, scanners, scales, carrier shipping system, and shrink wrap

Salary and Benefits

The target hourly rate for this position is between $15.18/hr to $19.95/hr. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, company-paid life insurance, short-term disability insurance, long term disability insurance, employee assistance program, hearing aid benefits, paid time off, paid sick time, and paid holidays.

This position is eligible for a bonus based upon performance results. There is no guarantee of payout.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.