Shipping/Material Handler

Chicago-Magnesium-Casting-Co; Blue Island (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago-Magnesium-Casting-Co is seeking a shipping/receiving associate to package, record and ship product per delivery dates. Tasks include casting prep, boxing, route tickets, forklift and staging, and processing shipments in our database and shipping software.

Expect to load/unload trucks and coordinate with multiple departments. This role requires 1–2 years of shipping/receiving experience, basic math, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Maintain acceptable Motor Vehicle Record and valid driver's license to drive a company vehicle.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read and understand, in English, all procedures required to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to effectively work individually or in a team environment.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of UPS and FedEx software preferred.
• One to two years shipping/receiving experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process shipments, making sure route tickets and all other paperwork are complete and accurate before filing.
• Ensure customer quality standards are achieved and all PO’s are read and instructions followed.
• Receive, review and process PO’s resulting in outside casting distribution.
• Responsible for verifying completion of shipment paperwork and turning in to the front office at the end of the day.
• Scan/log in and out of jobs correctly; work efficiently within time variances.
• Call for trucks to pick up freight, e.g. BAX, Yellow, Conway, etc. Make sure shipments are sent to the correct address via UPS, trucking companies, Fed Ex, etc.
• Provide UPS tracking numbers, request casting information from vendor, process shipment, scheduling with designated personnel sending all paperwork the day before source.
• Load/unload trucks when necessary; receive-in, verify material/deliveries and distribute to appropriate departments, in accordance with procedures.
• Assist with packing, shipping and receiving of casting for outside services per purchase orders generated by outsource dept.
• Participate in problem solving and recommend continuous improvements to management.
• Assist department manager/ coordinator with any problems that might arise. (i.e. pulling old shipments from the file cabinets; misc. customer requests).
• Wear all safety equipment and work in a safe manner.
• Ability and willingness to train department personnel.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Follow directions

Basic math

English procedures

Teamwork

MS Office

UPS/FedEx software

Shipping experience

Job description

Basic Function:

This position will package, record & ship product according to delivery date, meeting on-time delivery requirements. Will perform primary tasks such as: casting preparation, boxing, route ticket/paperwork completion, filing of final paperwork, forklift and staging of product for pick-up. May load/unload trucks, receive company deliveries/material & distribute to appropriate departments, 6-S department areas, inspect castings, support outsource responsibilities, assist others with their work, and be able to work overtime when applicable. May drive company vehicles to deliver castings to vendors/ customers. Will process shipments through company database, customer portals and shipping software.

Physical Requirements:

Maximum Lift Weight 50 lbs Maximum

Push/Pull Weight Up to 500 lbs with pallet jack

% Of Time Sitting 25%

% Of Time Standing 75%

Exposed to Severe Weather Conditions: Yes; Outside temp when loading/unloading trucks. Cold/hot at times.

General Responsibilities:

1. Accurate scanning in and out on jobs and the proper reporting of processed quantities
2. Wear proper safety equipment; keep work area clean and safe at all times
3. Review & inspect all material being used, building self-inspection into everything you process
4. Verify, date and sign-off on all routing information
5. Perform job tasks in an efficient manner according to given standards
6. Must learn, understand, and follow all procedures associated with this job description
7. Report any problems or discrepancies to immediate management

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Process shipments, making sure route tickets and all other paperwork are complete and accurate before filing.
2. Ensure customer quality standards are achieved and all PO’s are read and instructions followed.
3. Receive, review and process PO’s resulting in outside casting distribution.
4. Responsible for verifying completion of shipment paperwork and turning in to the front office at the end of the day.
5. Scan/log in and out of jobs correctly; work efficiently within time variances.
6. Call for trucks to pick up freight, i.e. BAX, Yellow, Conway, etc. Make sure shipments are sent to the correct address via UPS, trucking companies, Fed Ex, etc.
7. Provide UPS tracking numbers, request casting information from vendor, process shipment, scheduling with designated personnel sending all paperwork the day before source.
8. Load/unload trucks when necessary; receive-in, verify material/deliveries and distribute to appropriate departments, in accordance with procedures.
9. Assist with packing, shipping and receiving of casting for outside services per purchase orders generated by outsource dept.
10. Participate in problem solving and recommend continuous improvements to management.
11. Assist department manager/ coordinator with any problems that might arise. (i.e. pulling old shipments from the file cabinets; misc. customer requests).
12. Wear all safety equipment and work in a safe manner.
13. Ability and willingness to train department personnel.
14. All other duties as assigned.

Benefit information is listed on the company website.

Requirements

Skills:

1. Maintain acceptable Motor Vehicle Record and valid driver's license to drive a company vehicle
2. Ability to follow directions
3. Basic math skills
4. Ability to read and understand, in English, all procedures required to perform assigned tasks
5. Ability to effectively work individually or in a team environment
6. Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office
7. Knowledge of UPS and FedEx software preferred
8. One to two years shipping/receiving experience, preferred