Shipping & Receiving Associate

The Visual Pak Companies; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k)

401(k) match

Paid time-off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Subsidy

Childcare Resources

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

The Visual Pak Companies are seeking a Shipping & Receiving Associate to support manufacturing, planning, quality, and warehouse operations in a fast-paced facility in Illinois. The role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and safety while handling shipping documentation and dock scheduling.

Ideal candidates will have 1–2 years in a warehouse, forklift experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and shipping software. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have 1–2 years in a warehouse environment or similar role.
• Minimum 1 year of forklift operation experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare shipping and receiving documents and contracts.
• Inform customers of delivery and shipment details and any delays.
• Maintain shipping/receiving dock schedules and communicate issues.
• Operate forklift to load, unload and move materials as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and accurate records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma or GED

Strong mathematical abilities

Tools

UPS/FedEx shipping software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join the PAK

The Visual Pak Companies are aligned with many of the largest consumer product companies in the household, personal care, automotive and food product industries.

30 years of consistent growth with no end in sight is a testament to our best-in‑class workforce as the foundation for our collective success. The Visual Pak is looking for innovative and dedicated achievers who are encouraged to keep a healthy work/life balance to join our team.

Position Title: Shipping & Receiving Associate

Reporting into Title: Shipping & Receiving Manager

Business and Department: The Visual Pak Companies Shipping & Receiving

Position Purpose/Summary

Primary function of this position is to provide shipping and receiving support to manufacturing, planning, and quality and warehouse operations.

Direct Reports

None

Position Responsibilities-Tasks-Deliverables

An individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

All duties as assigned and the following specific activities.

• Prepare shipping documents, receiving documents and contracts.
• Inform customers by mail or telephone confirmation numbers for delivery’s and shipments, shipping and receiving dates, and any anticipated delays.
• Maintain shipping and receiving dock schedules.
• Learn and stay in compliance with protocols and SOP’s.
• Manage time effectively to complete assignments in expected time frame.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Communicate to the Shipping-Receiving Manager all or any issues found in the Shipping-Receiving office.
• Operate a forklift to load, unload and move materials, as needed.
• Analyze and resolve, or assist workers in solving daily work problems
• Performing day-to-day tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. Processing Information — compiling, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
• Documenting/Recording Information — entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• File copies of orders received, shipments and post orders on records.
• Maintain communication with planners and customers.
• Learning and using customer’s databases – SAP and Digital Supplier.
• Small pack shipments UPS, FedEx.
• Expected to be exposed to/trained in handling hazardous materials with annual refresher training.
• Maintain dock/door status (communicate w /VPL drivers)

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) match
• Pet Insurance
• Paid time-off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Subsidy
• Childcare Resources
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Discounts

Education

• H.S. Diploma or GED
• Strong Mathematical abilities

Experience

• 1-2 years of experience in a warehouse environment or in a similar role.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating a forklift.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Technology/Software (years)

• Strong Microsoft Office Proficiency (Word, Excel)
• Shipping software (UPS, FEDEX) experience strongly preferred

Communication

• Must have good communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Must have ability to work well under pressure
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Physical Capabilities

Strength: Must be able to regularly lift 55 lbs.

Movement: Must be able to stand / walk for an entire eight hour shift. Occasional bending, crouching, and crawling

Hearing: Must be able to hear and understand work direction in a loud, distracting environment

Vision: Must be able to judge distance, identify details, and view computer screen regularly

MISCELLANEOUS

Travel: N/A

Vehicle (own): N/A

Tools (own): N/A

Technology (own): N/A

Visual Pak Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visual Pak does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and busines s needs.