Shipper​/Receiver

Summary

Verifies and keeps records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment.

• Count, weigh, or measure items of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.
• Keep inventory of shipping materials and supplies maintained.
• Keep records of all materials and equipment that enter or leave the facility.
• Unpack and examine incoming shipments, reject damaged items, record and report shortages and discrepancies, and correspond with shipper to rectify damages and shortages.
• Receive and process defective items returned for replacement or credit.
• Route checked incoming materials, supplies, or equipment to the stockroom, appropriate departments, or other areas.
• Prepare products or materials for shipment.
• Assemble shipping containers or select pre-assembled containers, and insert items to be shipped into containers, using spacers, fillers, and protective padding.
• Recommend method of shipment and close and seal packages to be shipped.
• Affix shipping labels, identifying information, and shipping instructions onto packed cartons or containers.
• Post weights and shipping charges and affixes postage.
• Examine outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications.
• Prepare bills of lading and maintain documentation of goods shipped.
• Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
• Perform computer functions necessary to track various aspects of goods.
• Collaborate with other departments to rectify shortages and correct errors.
• Maintain clean, well-organized, and safe work area.

Required qualifications to effectively perform the job. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. (Additional requirements may be designated by position.)

• This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain certification and safely operate forklift to transport materials.
• Must have one to three years of related experience.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products - specifically Excel, and Outlook.
• Critical thinker with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to develop and maintain business relationships.

• General warehouse conditions. Exposed to high noise levels, dust, trip hazards, and outdoor varying weather and temperatures.
• Personal Protective Equipment must be worn at all times including safety boots with metatarsal guards and eye protection safety glasses with side shields or goggles, and other PPE as required by area or job including hearing protection and gloves.

• Regularly required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Required to use close vision and be able to focus.
• Regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to stand, stretch, and bend at the knee and waist, and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to have repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement to type and work on computer.
• Must have finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to work on forklift, computer, telephone, and related office and material handling equipment.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Fairbanks Scales Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets.