Shipping Technician I

ESPEC North America, Inc.; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ESPEC North America, Inc. in Hudsonville, MI is seeking a Warehouse/Crating Associate to support shipping of environmental test chambers and related parts. You will perform crate building, packaging, and documentation, using forklifts and hand tools as needed to ensure accurate, timely shipments.

The role requires reading a tape measure, tablet-based computer use, and strong safety and teamwork. Training is provided for equipment operation and process compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Computer skills including use of a tablet.
• Experience using hand tools.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Problem solving and teamwork skills.
• Strong communication and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Photographs completed chambers and accessory parts for records.
• Completes required shipment documentation.
• Operates dolly and pallet jack to move product.
• Uses hand tools and pneumatic tools as needed.
• Restocks supplies and performs paint touch-ups.
• Assembles crates/skids and finalizes packaging for shipment.
• Verifies lists of loose items to include with shipments.
• Cleans work area and adheres to safety policies.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Tablet use

Hand tools

Forklift operation

Problem solving

Communication

Cooperation

Quality

Safety

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hammer

Cordless drill

Screwdriver

Pneumatic tools

Impact gun

Nail gun

Staple gun

Forklift operation

Tablet

Job description

Summary

Assists the department in the shipping of materials and environmental test chambers. Responsible for various warehouse duties in addition to working within the crating room.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Photographs completed chambers and accessory parts for record keeping.
• Completes required documentation prior to product shipment.
• Operates dolly and pallet jack as needed to move product and materials.
• Uses small hand tools such as a hammer, cordless drill, screwdriver, etc.
• Uses pneumatic tools including an impact gun, nail, and staple guns.
• Restocks depleted department supplies as needed.
• Performs paint touch-ups on chambers as needed.
• Finalizes product packaging with necessary package materials such as metal, nylon banding, plastic or stretch wrap.
• Fastens product to pallets using lag bolts.
• Finalizes the appearance of product before packaging, this includes adding loose items with the product that needs to be shipped.
• Verifies and or creates a list of loose items that need to be included with the product before shipment.
• Cuts wood to specified length using various saws.
• Builds skids and crates as assigned by supervisor.
• Operates forklift as required to load and unload freight.
• Cleans work area daily using broom, dustpan, etc.
• Regular physical attendance is required.
• Other routine duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability that may be necessary for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to read a tape measure required.
• Computer skills, including the use of a tablet, required.
• Experience using hand tools required.
• Ability to operate forklift preferred.

Skills and Experience

• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Job Knowledge: Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
• Communications: Exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed.
• Cooperation: Exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; shares expertise with others.
• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity: Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner.
• Safety: Reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Self-motivation: Possesses the internal driver to take action and succeed without needing to be encouraged by others.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend multiple step instructions (in the English language), short correspondence, and memos.

Physical Demands

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

• While performing the duties of this Job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• Regular use of ladders at elevated heights, harness use as required.
• The employee is frequently required to climb or balance.
• The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• May also be required to perform lock out tag out on energized jobs and will need to understand lock out tag out procedures.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Occasional exposure to outdoor elements while loading and unloading freight.

Guiding Principles

To perform the job successfully, an individual will demonstrate the following Guiding Principles:

• Respect: Respect for people, cultures, and the environment.
• Improvement: Continuously improve work processes and seek innovation.
• Safety: Prioritize the safety of employees and customers.
• Effective: Complete work in the most cost-effective and efficient way.
• Innovative: Take on new challenges to provide cutting-edge optimal solutions for customers.
• Lawful: Adhere to laws in all locations where we work.
• Ownership: Take initiative, be accountable, and have a positive attitude.
• Urgency: Respond quickly and effectively to co-workers and customers.
• Delivery: Set clear expectations and delivers on promises.
• Open-Minded: Be curious, receptive to new ideas, and responsive to changing customer needs.