Sign Shipper

Lowen; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct Deposit

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical & Rx

Teladoc

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Lowen Corporation, located in Hutchinson, Kansas, is seeking a Sign Shipper to identify daily shipments and ensure correct assembly, packaging, labeling, and on-time completion of orders. You will maintain inventory records, follow safety procedures, and operate shipping equipment including pallet jacks and banding tools.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to lift up to 65 lbs, and the capacity to work in a fast-paced team environment while ensuring accurate documentation and

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and understand job traveler.
• Must be able to lift up to 65 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to follow directions and switch jobs if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Identify each day’s shipment and ensure correct assembly, packaging and labeling.
• Meet daily shipping schedule and notify Shipping Supervisor of problems.
• Maintain inventory control and records for shipments.
• Operate shipping equipment and read shipping labels.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Reading work orders

Tools

Pallet jack operation

Crown lift

Band saw

Job description

Sign Shipper

Who Are We? Lowen Corporation is located in Hutchinson, Kansas and is a world-class provider of graphic solutions for branding, advertising, information and display; serving the most recognized commercial brands within its major operating divisions. Family owned and operated for over seven decades, Lowen has built a reputation for dependability, quality of the highest standard and superior value for our customers.

Job Summary: To identify each days' shipment and assure it is correctly assembled, packaged, protected, and labeled, and appropriate signs are completed accurately. Responsible to meet each day's shipping schedule and notify the Shipping Supervisor if a problem should occur. Maintain inventory control and records. Perform related work.

Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Follow safety procedures and practices
• Knows and understands the safety procedures and practices.
• Verifies quantity and quality of order before packaging and shipping.
• Must be attentive to detail.
• Be able to record information for each customer shipped out including weight, tracking information and special notation.
• May be required to build a custom built crate, or pick one up at another location.
• Be able to secure the package contents to prevent damage and breakage.
• Clearly affix shipping labels on packaging as well as any special handling instructions in an orderly fashion.
• Be able to read and understand job traveler and verify signs per customer order.
• Be able to learn how to operate the FedEx and UPS shipping systems.
• Be able to operate the band saw, banding equipment and floor jacks.
• Knows proper lifting techniques and gets help with heavy weights and avoids awkward body positions.
• Must be able to work in the stocking program side of shipping.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Keep all work areas clear of clutter and equipment.
• Might be asked to take part in year-end and general inventory procedures.
• Report any defective sign or shortage to Shipping Supervisor.

Competencies

• Must be able to access information on a computer.
• Willingness to be trained on the operation of an electric pallet jack and crown lift.
• Must have the ability to interpret the work orders.
• Must be organized and able to work independently as well as within a team environment.
• Must be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to follow directions and switch jobs if necessary before completed.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Takes initiative and show leadership.

Work Environment

• Heated/cooled production atmosphere
• Cement floor; anti-fatigue mats provided
• Clean working environment
• Might work around moving mechanical parts

Physical Demands

• Occasional reaching (including across midline), fingering, feeling, squatting, stooping
• Occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 65 lbs
• Frequent walking, change of position, handling
• Constant standing

Expected Hours of Work: Full-time; Monday-Friday. Hours may vary by department and shift. Additional hours required to complete projects.

Industry Professionals Across North America

Why Lowen?

The Craft of Precision

At Lowen Corporation we build the graphics and signage that national brands depend on every day. From wide-format digital printing and fleet graphics production to sign manufacturing and nationwide installation, the work our team does shows up in every state.

When you join Lowen you are not just taking a job. You are building a career with a family-owned company that has been investing in its people for over 76 years. We provide the tools, the technology, and the support to help you do the best work of your career.

Financial & Time Off Benefits

• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical & Rx
• Teladoc
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer
• Employee Assistance Programs