What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping/Receiving Associate position at Fabric Development Inc.?
Shipping / Receiving Associate – This position receives raw materials and ships finished goods. The position is located in the Shipping / Receiving Department.
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Tasks and Work Activities
- Receive and inspect raw materials into Inventory, verify that quantities received and material type are correct, label material accordingly
- Move raw materials to appropriate location in plant
- Inspect / Box finished goods as produced, put into finished inventory
- Off loom inspection of finished goods, cutting rolls into specific lengths
- Schedule shipping pick-ups with truckers or UPS
- Prepare finished goods for shipment
- Perform visual inspections of work area to assure that area is safe
- Communicating with Supervisors – Providing necessary information to supervisors regarding any issues regarding the raw materials, or finished goods or shipping instructions
- Other duties as required by management
Knowledge and Skills
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- English Language – Demonstrates oral and written comprehension and expression of the English language. Demonstrates reading comprehension with knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words; rules of composition, and grammar.
- Computers and Electronics – Knowledge of computer hardware and software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office
- Active listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Speaking – Talking to others to convey information effectively
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects.
- Certified to operate a forklift
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
- Indoors – This position is located in the Production Plant.
- The typical work day is sitting for long periods of time
- Employee must be able to bend, stretch, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Duration of a Typical Work Week – 1st Shift Monday to Friday
Work Styles
- Importance of Being Accurate – This job requires a high level of accuracy with an attention to details. Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks
- Integrity – Job requires being honest and ethical
- Cooperation – Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude
- Adaptability/Flexibility – Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace
- Dependability – Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations
- Independence – Job requires developing the ability to get things done with little or no supervision.
- Initiative – Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges as assigned.
- Face-to-Face Discussions – This position requires face-to-face discussions with plant personnel.
- Self-Control – Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
- Stress Tolerance – Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
Wages
- Salary Ranges
Entry Level
Mid-Level
Senior Level
Salary : $19