Shipping Specialist I

Fenner PLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with bonuses

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage from

401(k) match

Career Development

Culture of trust and respect

Job summary

Fenner Precision Polymers in Manheim, PA is seeking a Shipping Specialist to join our on-site team. The role reports to the Shipping Department and supports order picking, packing, shipping, and cycle counts while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years of related experience. Training will cover equipment operation, safety procedures, and Kaizen activities within a global organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2–3 years of related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Perform general shipping skills and duties as outlined.
• Verify picked orders and resolve discrepancies before shipment.
• Print, pull, pack and ship orders; process standard parcel orders.
• Create and complete cycle counts; operate tow motor/reach truck safely.
• Train junior staff and support Kaizen/5S initiatives.

Skills

Safety procedures

Tow motor

Pallet jack

Scanners

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tow motor

Reach truck

Order picker

Job description

At Fenner Precision Polymers, a Michelin Group company, we’re committed to delivering high-performance solutions that power critical applications across industries. Our culture is built on safety, innovation, continuous improvement, and a shared dedication to excellence. We value teamwork, adaptability, and a positive work environment where every employee plays a vital role in our success.

This is an on-site position located at our facility in Manheim, PA. Relocation assistance is not available.

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:00pm.

What We Offer…

At Fenner, you’re more than just an employee, you’re part of a global team that values your voice, supports your growth, and celebrates your contributions. We offer:

• Competitive paywith shift differentials and bonuses
• Day-oneMedical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) matchimmediately vested with the company
• Career Developmentin a Global Organization
• A Culture Built on Trust, Respect, and Empowerment

Be part of a company that values your contribution and invests in your future

What You’ll Be Doing…

Create a customer focus by accurately picking/pulling orders while demonstrating a sense of urgency, a commitment to continuous improvement by meeting or exceeding expectations, and a commitment to safety by adhering to all company safety policies.

Principal Accountabilities:

(The job’s essential or most important functions and responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Shipping Specialist / General Skills

• Maintain and promote Fenner Precision Polymers values and behaviors at all times.
• Follow all safety procedures including lifting techniques and limits.
• Required to report any safety incidents and/or moving violations.
• Find and print safety data sheet labels.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Adapt to change in the work environment to maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Adjust schedule to fluctuate work priorities, as needed.
• Promote departmental teamwork and inter-departmental teamwork.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and fellow employees.
• Operate and replenish packaging equipment/machines.
• Operate basic material handling equipment I.E. Tow Motor, pallet jack, powered walkie, shrink wrapper, banding equipment, dock plates, etc.
• Use wireless tablets and scanners to pick orders.
• Pack orders according to Fenner Standards and/or based on customer specifications.
• Pack and properly secure pallets for Less Than Loaded (LTL) shipments.
• Ability to ship and void shipments in shipping software.
• Assist with cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy consistent with departmental goals.
• Pack kits as required for shipment.
• Maintain favorable attendance record.

Shipping Specialist I

• Perform all General skills.
• Properly verify picked orders and resolve discrepancies to avoid errors prior to shipment
• Print, pull, pack and ship orders, as needed.
• Process standard small parcel orders through system.
• Create, and complete cycle counts.
• Operate Company tow motor/reach truck/order picker safely, ensuring seat belt adherence and daily operator checks.
• Participate in Kaizen events and 5S programs in an effort to support our world class endeavor.

Shipping Specialist II

• Perform all General and Level I skills
• Contribute to our quality system through continuous improvement and with involvement in other waste eliminating activities.
• Properly process LTL shipments i.e. generate Bill of Lading (BOL), schedule pick up(s), and close out order in system.
• Properly pack and process Hazmat shipments.

Shipping Specialist III

• Perform all General and Level I & Level II skills.
• Properly process export orders in accordance with compliance regulations.
• Train Shipping Specialists I and II in all necessary functions.
• Process ASN’s as required.
• Fill in for Shipping Coordinator as needed.

Career Progression Opportunities:

• There are 3 levels of shipping specialists that associates can advance to. Expectations are outlined above.

Education and/or Relative Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2-3 years of related experience and/or training.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

(T he licenses, certificates or registrations that are required to perform the essential duties of this job.)

Environmental, Health & Safety Accountabilities:

(The level of safety accountability needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.

• Learn and follow EHS policies, rules and work instructions
• Attend required EHS training
• Wear the required PPE at all times
• Take personal responsibility for keeping yourself and your co-workers and visitors free from injury by participating in and/or conducting risk assessments, work place inspections, corrective actions and safety observations
• Report incidents, near miss, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and other hazards in the work place. STOP WORK when imminent danger is present
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keep equipment in proper working condition.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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