Shipping Clerk I

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:   

The Shipping Clerk Level 1 is responsible for performing basic shipping and warehouse tasks including picking, packing, labeling, and preparing customer orders for shipment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement in all aspects of shipping and warehouse operations. 

REPORTING TO: Warehouse Supervisor 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Adheres to all company Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) regulations, policies, and procedures. 

• Participates in the continuous improvement process; maintains warehouse and shipping areas in a neat, clean, and orderly manner in accordance with 5S practices. 

• Picks customer orders accurately from warehouse stock while maintaining First-in-First-out control. 

• Packs orders using appropriate materials for the product and shipping method. 

• Affixes correct shipping labels on packed cartons. 

• Assembles cardboard containers, cartons, and builds any other packaging materials as necessary. 

• Secures packages for shipment by using banding appropriate system. 

• Examines outgoing shipments to ensure all aspects of the shipments meet specifications. 

• Operates powered industrial trucks to move, convey, or hoist shipments to and from warehouse and work area.  

• Performs periodic cycle counts.  

• Actively participates in continuous improvement initiatives.  

• Participates in corrective action meetings. 

• Assists in other warehouse functions when needed. 

• Actively model IDEX values: Team, Trust, and Excellence. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job successfully.  

• Understanding of workplace safety regulations and procedures in a manufacturing environment. 

• Basic understanding of shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations. 

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in order fulfillment and documentation. 

• Ability to read and interpret work instructions. 

• Basic familiarity with computers and basic software applications. 

• Strong situational and physical awareness. 

• Basic knowledge of label printers. 

• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) or ERP software is a plus. 

• Knowledge of the operation of material handling equipment. 

• Ability to pass Powered Industrial Truck certification within 60 days. 

• Meets beginner level competency on all requirements for picking components in small parcel and picking and packaging components in freight/LTL.   

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  

• High School Diploma or GED, required. 

• Wav, electric pallet jack certification, or ability to obtain in 30 days.  

• 6+ months of experience with order picking and/or RF Scanner. 

• 6+ months of experience shipping in a manufacturing environment, preferred. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

The physical, mental, and visual demands, and work environment described below 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. 

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND VISUAL DEMANDS: 

• Majority of the time is divided between standing, stooping, and walking. 

• Lifting requirements are generally less than 25 lbs.  Manual lifting could reach the company maximum of 50 lbs. 

• Close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are necessary to perform the job functions. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee works near moving, mechanical parts approximately 90% of the time. 

• Noise exposure is moderate. 

KEY COMPETENCIES: 

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Safety and Security: The individual actively promotes and personally observes all safety procedures. The individual complies with Environmental, Safety, and Hazardous Communications requirements.  

• Operational Excellence: The individual is dedicated to providing organizational systems for measuring work. The individual seeks to reduce variances in organizational processes. 

• Interpersonal Skills: The individual remains open to other ideas and exhibits a willingness to try new things.  

• Relationships with Others: The individual works effectively with others, including superiors and colleagues. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships. 

• Problem Solving: The individual participates in the continuous improvement process by attending meetings and presenting problems and possible solutions to the appropriate personnel. 

• Communication and Contact: The individual communicates effectively both verbally and written with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company.  

• Planning/Organizing: The individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, and develops realistic action plans. 

• Quality Control: The individual demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and monitors their own work to ensure quality. The individual delivers the highest quality products that meet the requirements of internal and external customers. 

• Adaptability: The individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.  

• Dependability: The individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance. The individual completes all duties as assigned, trains as required, and rotates into other departments as required.