Shipping Specialist I

Hussey Seating Company; North Berwick (ME); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Profit sharing

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Hussey Seating Company in North Berwick, ME is seeking a Shipping Specialist I to manage staging, palletizing, and loading/unloading trailers, with a focus on inventory accuracy.

This role, Monday–Friday 7:00a–3:30p, requires a high school diploma, forklift license, and ability to work in a fast-paced setting; experience with IFS ERP is preferred.

Starting pay ranges from $22.95 to $28.05 per hour with benefits and growth opportunities at a family-owned company that values teamwork and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift license or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Pick items for orders and complete shipping documents as needed.
• Load and unload trailers as they arrive at the facility.
• Stage materials and pallets for shipments.
• Inspect product as it arrives and report any problems to Quality.
• Anticipate and support company needs including staging work in advance, when possible, to reduce downtime.
• Maintain warehouse, keeping material neat and inventory accurate.
• Support 6S efforts, removing trash and recyclables as necessary.
• Participate in idea implementation initiatives with team.
• Maintain high level of safety at all times.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Strong computer skills

IFS ERP experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift license or ability to obtain

Tools

IFS ERP

Job description

POSITION TITLE:

SHIPPING SPECIALIST I

DEPARTMENT:

Shipping

REPORTS TO:

Manager, Warehouse

HOURS/SCHEDULE:

Monday – Friday, 7:00a-3:30p (overtime as needed)

HOURLY/SALARY STATUS:

Hourly, Non-Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Shipping Specialist I is responsible for staging and palletizing materials for shipment, loading and unloading trailers, maintaining inventory records, and verifying quantities of materials received against shipping documents.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pick items for orders and complete shipping documents as needed
• Load and unload trailers as they arrive at the facility
• Stage materials and pallets for shipments
• Inspect product as it arrives and report any problems to Quality
• Anticipate and support company needs including staging work in advance, when possible, to reduce downtime
• Maintain warehouse, keeping material neat and accessible and inventory accurate
• Support 6S efforts, removing trash and recyclables as necessary
• Participate in idea implementation initiatives with team
• Maintain high level of safety at all times

COMPETENCIES:

• Highly motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Effective time management skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Good interpersonal communication skills and professional demeanor
• Team player with the ability to maintain good working relations with internal and external teams
• Strong attention to detail
• Process improvement ability
• Strong computer skills
• Experience with IFS ERP system is preferred

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Fork truck operators license, permit or the ability to obtain one
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities are shifting regularly

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand/walk up to 8 hrs. per day
• Ability to bend, squat, crawl, climb or reach frequently throughout the day
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required
• Ability to work in all weather conditions

JOIN A TEAM THAT BUILDS MORE THAN GREAT PRODUCTS

At Hussey Seating Company, we’re more than a manufacturer – we’re a family-owned company that has been building places where people come together since 1835. Our success has always been driven by our people, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where employees are respected, supported, and given opportunities to grow. Our culture is grounded in our core value that “We are a family business in it for the long run.” That commitment is reflected in how we invest in our employees through competitive pay and benefits, profit sharing, learning and development opportunities, and a workplace built on teamwork, integrity, and mutual respect.

Hussey Seating Company uses a market-based approach to compensation. The anticipated starting range for this position is $22.95 to $28.05 per hour. Individual compensation is determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, education, certifications, internal equity, and the responsibilities of the position.

If your experience doesn’t match every qualification in this posting, we still encourage you to apply. We recognize that great candidates bring different experiences and perspectives, and we’re always looking for people who share our commitment to quality, innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning.

If you’re looking for more than just a job – if you’re looking for the opportunity to build a career with a company that’s been investing in its people for nearly two centuries – we’d love to hear from you!

Hussey Seating Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran status or any other category protected by law.