Shipping Representative/ Loader

henryschein; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Schein, Inc. in Sparks, NV is seeking a warehouse associate to manifest orders, verify product selections, and pack shipments to meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include identifying hazmat items, processing hazmat shipments, loading trucks, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace. The role requires basic reading, math, and computer skills, plus a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred or relevant work experience.
• Ability to pass machine driver safety training.
• Good reading, writing, math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Manifests customer orders and verifies products.
• Packs orders neatly and correctly for shipment.
• Identify hazmat products and process hazmat shipments.
• Load trucks with customer shipments and secure them for transport.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as required.
• Meet company standards for quantity and quality of work.

Skills

Reading & writing

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Multi-tasking

Follow instructions

Computer skills

Hazmat awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet Jack

Machine driver safety training

Job description

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Manifests customer orders.
• Verifies products selected for customer orders and checks off as appropriate on packing lists. Packs all orders neatly and correctly in box or envelope to ensure quality.
• Properly identify hazmat product and be able to process hazmat shipments.
• Reports any error in product selection or quantity to appropriate team member or area and/or corrects the order as necessary before shipment.
• Loads truck with customer shipments on skids in brick wall formation. Installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit. Disposes of empty boxes, packaging, and shipment materials appropriately to maintain safe and clean working conditions.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required.

In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities listed above, all positions are also responsible for:

• Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures including WorldWide Business Standards.
• Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

Ability to pass machine driver safety training for all required equipment. Good reading, writing, math, and computer skills. Good communication (written/verbal) skills. Detail oriented and accountable for making accurate decisions under set guidelines. Good problem-solving skills. Ability to follow instructions, work under stress, and handle multiple assignments. Ability to read fine print and differentiate products with similar characteristics (size, color, vendor code).

Experience and Compensation:

Knowledge of basic warehousing operations preferred. To the extent this job is performed in Sparks, Nevada, the hourly rate to be offered for this position is $19.25. For internal promotions, this position will be offered at an increase of $1.25 to a current employee's hourly rate. For lateral internal transfers, there will be no change to a current employee's hourly rate.

Other:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred, or comparable work experience.

Physical demands:

Lift, carry or move products up to:

0-20 lb.Occasional

21-35 lb.Frequent

36-75 lb.Occasional

Walk on concrete floors continuously.

Gripping, pushing, pulling and fine hand manipulation frequently.

Twist or bend torso frequently.

Handling tools frequently (Computer, Pallet Jack).

Conditions:

Continuous temperature-controlled building.

May be expose to dust occasionally.

Work in a cold environment occasionally.

Henry Schein, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability

Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.