Warehouse Shipping Specialist - CDL A;

Position Title

A Shipper + CDL A

The A Shipper + CDL is responsible for efficiently managing the shipping and receiving of finished goods, ensuring all items are accounted for and verified. This role requires maintaining quality standards, meeting production needs, and upholding safety and cleanliness in the Shipping Department. A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and CDL driving experience are required for this position.

$27.90 per hour + Growth Opportunities

• CDL A and Driving
  
  Experience:
  
  Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with proven CDL A driving experience.
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent verbal and written communication with legible, professional documentation.
• Reasoning Ability: Capable of interpreting and executing detailed written, oral, or diagrammed instructions with common sense.
• Attendance: Strong attendance record with no written warnings in the past year.
• Shipping
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum of 1 year of experience as a B Shipper with a proven track record of accuracy and timeliness in shipping documentation (e.g., Bills of Lading, Picklists).
• Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of part numbers, packaging procedures, and 5S practices for organized and efficient operations.
• Performance Metrics: Low shipment error rate (1–2 trucks monthly) and minimal material loss due to forklift activity (less than two skids annually).
• Physical Requirements: Regularly lift/move up to 25 lbs., frequently lift/move up to 50 lbs., and stand/walk for long periods on cement surfaces.
• Flexibility: Willing and able to work flexible shifts as needed to meet production demands.

• Ensure safe, damage-free shipping and receiving of all loads.
• Maintain and monitor the shipping lot for cleanliness, damage, and proper storage (e.g., rewrap leaning stacks).
• Perform regular 5S housekeeping and recycling tasks to maintain a safe and efficient environment.

• Prepare and review shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading and Picklists.
• Notify management promptly of any issues or abnormalities.
• Communicate effectively with the Shipping Group Lead, Supervisor, and Plant Superintendent.

• Train and oversee new shippers to ensure compliance with processes and safety standards.
• Inspect process areas, identify problems, and take corrective action.
• Maintain and troubleshoot shipping tools and equipment, escalating issues to the Superintendent when necessary.
• Ensure adequate supplies of W.I.P. (Work in Progress) items for daily production runs.

• Report quality issues to the Supervisor and Plant Superintendent and implement corrective measures.
• Prevent nonconforming products by adhering to quality control processes.

• Operate efficiently to minimize waste and maximize resources.
• Actively suggest cost‑saving measures.

• Requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas.
• Regular exposure to physical demands such as standing, walking, and lifting.

The A Shipper reports directly to the Shipping Supervisor and the Plant Superintendent.

CDL, Commercial Driver’s License, CDL Driving Experience, Shipping, Receiving, Logistics, Supply Chain, Quality Control, 5S, Inventory Management, Efficiency, Forklift Operations, Documentation, Cost Saving, On-Time Delivery, Safety Standards

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