What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping - 1st Shift position at FORT WAYNE METALS RESEARCH?
We’re glad you’re exploring our Shipping position and want to share some of the details.
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:50 am - 4:20 pm
Starting Pay: $19.45 per hour
At Fort Wayne Metals, we specialize in producing top-quality wires, cables, and assemblies designed to enhance and safeguard lives. Our products are used in everything from our customers’ stents and surgical robots to aircraft and automobiles. At our essence, we are thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers, leveraging our knowledge of materials to create customized solutions for our customers.
Join us in our dedication to making a tangible impact through our advanced materials and superior products.
Overview
The main responsibility of the Shipping position is to properly package and label all outgoing goods for shipment; ensuring appropriate quantities are included, products are in good condition, the correct product is being shipped, and the necessary paperwork is included, as requested by our customer.
Education & Experience Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency required.
- 1-2 years' experience in a shipping department/position, preferred.
Job Responsibilities:
- Understand customer’s requirements for product packaging, documentation, and production orders to properly prepare the goods for shipment in a fast paced, dynamic environment of changing requirements.
- Package material for shipment and ensure that all labeling is accurate based on customer’s requirements.
- Resolve spooling or documentation errors found with appropriate department and/or Customer Service Associate. Monitor resolution process to ensure shipment is made in a timely manner; bringing problems to the attention of leadership, as necessary.
- Work with inspection and production to prioritize shipments.
- Keep assigned work and storage areas clean and organized.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
Skills Needed:
- Ability to perform basic computer functions.
- Possess intermediate math, reading, and writing skills.
- Must be able to work without close supervision and be capable of self-checking completed work.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Understand and apply safe work practices.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
- Fast-paced production environment
- Work hours consist of 40 hours per week.
- Overtime may sometimes be required.
- Appropriate PPE must be worn where posted and required.
- Must be able to lift 60 pounds alone and 200 pounds with assistance; must be physically able to load and unload heavy items
- Frequent bending, twisting, lifting, and squatting.
- Must be able to access all areas of operation.
- Standing/walking most of shift.
- This position is in a clean, climate-controlled facility!
Benefits & Wellness Resources
The health and well-being of Fort Wayne Metals is a critical part of our culture. In addition to offering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options to suit your needs, we’d like to share some of the other fundamental resources that make Fort Wayne Metals a premier place to work:
Physical Wellness
- Parkview Wellness Coach
- Ready to assist with your physical and nutritional wellness needs.
- Gym Facilities
- 4 onsite gym locations as well as discounts for regional gym facilities
- Health Challenges
- From pickleball tournaments, sponsored races & sports leagues, to participating in the YMCA’s Corporate Challenge, we have a variety of fun ways to stay active.
Mental Wellness
- When You Need to Talk
- 5 sessions of counseling are available to you and all members of your immediate household at no cost.
- Relaxing Time-Off
- Qualify for Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay on your first day of employment.
Social Wellness
- Epic Events
- From TinCaps Night to family days at the zoo, we offer multiple activities throughout the year for employees and their families.
- Employee Resource Group
- A voluntary, employee-led group formed to bring employees together and is centered around a common interest or identity.
Professional Wellness
- Grow Your Career
- We offer many opportunities to continue your development and growth.
- Performance Feedback
- Receive regular and constructive feedback from your manager and peers to help you grow and improve.
Financial Wellness
- Annual Profit Sharing & 401k matching
- Dropping dollars into your 401k. When you contribute 7%, we’ll contribute 3.5%.
- Quarterly Bonus
- When we perform well, everyone benefits! Receive discretionary bonuses each quarter based on company performance.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Getting your first degree? Great! Whatever your major, we’ll help pick up the tab!
- Your Money Line
- Employer-provided 1:1 financial guidance, education, & tools – so you can stress less about money and enjoy greater stability & confidence.
There are many reasons to apply for this position, and these are just a few. Join us!
Notice to Employees and Applicants:
This job position may require access to controlled technology or technical data; the applicant must be a candidate for export licensing and willing to participate in export licensing, if required.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fort Wayne Metals Research Products Corp is proud to be committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Fort Wayne Metals is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination.
Fort Wayne Metals Research Products LLC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact Accessibility@fwmetals.com.
Notice to Employees and Applicants
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