Shipping Specialist

ODW Logistics; Lockbourne (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

ODW Logistics in Ohio seeks a Shipping Specialist to support warehouse operations, shipping, receiving and inventory control. You will operate a forklift, complete inbound and outbound paperwork, manage dock door usage and assign workloads across shifts to meet daily demand.

You should have a HS diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of forklift experience plus 1 year of shipping/receiving. Experience with Warehouse Management Systems and MS Office/AS400 is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year forklift experience.
• Minimum 1 year shipping and receiving experience.
• Warehouse Management System experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and AS400.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to load and unload materials.
• Complete inbound and outbound documentation.
• Manage dock door usage and workloads across shifts.
• Handle products per procedures and verify inventory.
• Communicate changes in procedures to office staff.
• Monitor shipment times to meet delivery windows.
• Prepare and distribute daily/weekly reports.

Skills

Forklift experience

Shipping & receiving

Data entry

Microsoft Office

AS400

Communication

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management System

AS400

Microsoft Office

Job description

ODW Logistics is a people-focused and customer-driven third-party logistics (3PL) provider committed to delivering seamless end-to-end supply chain solutions. Our extensive range of services include supply chain design and innovation, warehousing, efficient distribution and fulfillment, freight brokerage, transportation management, and specialized e-commerce fulfillment solutions.

Essential Functions For Shipping Specialist

• Operates a forklift to load and unload materials.
• Completes all required documentation on inbound and outbound documents.
• Manages dock door usage.
• Handles all products according to customer and employer procedures.
• Communicates changes in extraordinary handling procedures to office personnel. Complete warehouse worksheet.
• Complies with all other procedures outlined in the Operations & Procedure Manual.
• Works with inbound operations to determine priority of inbound Receipts based on order demand, trailer needs and detention.
• Seals outbound trailers.
• Assigns inbound/outbound workloads for all shifts.
• Performs problem-solving analysis on supply chain and inventory issues
• Communicates effectively with Transportation, OFR, Management, Co-workers, and Customers.
• Presents verbal and written communications in a clear, concise manner.
• Researches and resolves discrepancies (w/ inventories, orders, inbounds). Verify and reconcile inventory.
• Monitors shipment times to deliver within specified time frame.
• Manages spreadsheets and reports that are sent to management and clients on a daily/weekly basis.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Skills and Background
• HS diploma or equivalent
• Warehouse Management System experience preferred.
• 1 - year min. of Forklift experience
• 1 - year min. of Shipping and Receiving Experience.
• Computer, data entry and internet experience (Microsoft Office Applications, AS400)
• Passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check is required.

Language Requirements

• Ability to hear, read and comprehend, write, and communicate.

Physical and Mental Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is:

• Occasionally required to sit, type, and perform repetitive wrist motion
• Continuously required to stand, walk, bend, squat/kneel, twist/turn, climb or reach on even and uneven surfaces
• Continuously required to lift up to 50 pounds

Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus (with or without corrective lenses).

The physical demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OUR VALUES

Pillared on our core values of Respect, Trust, Team and Opportunity. We strive for collective growth and reaching our highest potential. We are dedicated to helping our teammates experience fulfillment through their individual strengths and innovative ideas.

Equal OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

ODW Logistics is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at ODW Logistics are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. ODW Logistics will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, success profile characteristics or qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

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