The Logistics Associate reports directly to the Logistics Manager, and effectively manages the daily responsibilities associated with all incoming and outgoing shipments, and inventory management.

JOB DUTIES

Verifies and maintains records pertaining to incoming and outgoing shipments. Compares identifying information and counts, weighs or measures items of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify information against packing slips, purchase orders, invoices or other records. Examines outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications. Prepares items for shipment. Inserts items into containers, using spacers, fillers and protective padding. Ensures secure closure of packages and affixes shipping labels. Unpacks and examines incoming shipments, rejects damaged items, records, shortages and corresponds with shipper to rectify damages and shortages. Stages gear in the engineering bench room. Maintains physical condition and tidiness of stock room. Communicates with other departments, staff groups and customers by email, fax, and telephone. Maintains inventory of shipping materials and supplies.

YOU MUST HAVE

1+ years shipping experience (customer orders, bills of lading, manifests, packing lists, stock receipts, freight bills and customer labels). Comfortable operating and maintaining a forklift. High attention to detail Ability to make decisions, problem solve, prioritize and meet deadlines. Excellent interpersonal communication, leadership and customer service skills. Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. Must be able to spend the majority of the shift standing, walking and kneeling, and will be required  to climb ladders, bend/twist at the waist and lift items that weigh up to 70 lbs.

WE VALUE

Customer Service Experience  Familiarity with StarShip, or other shipping software.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter Benefit, Pet Insurance and 401k participation from Day 1 2 weeks' accrued vacation time in years 1 and 2, and 3 weeks starting in year 3 12 paid holidays each year Four weeks parental leave without using vacation time Employee discounts on company products and other retail/service providers

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