What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping and Receiving - 3rd Shift position at Green Bay Packaging - Folding Carton Division?
The Shipping Clerk plays a vital role in our supply chain, ensuring that finished goods are moved safely from production to the warehouse and ultimately to our customers. This position requires a high level of precision, a commitment to rigorous safety standards, and the ability to maintain 100% inventory accuracy in a high-volume environment.
Safety & Quality Commitment
At Green Bay Packaging, safety is our first priority. The Shipping Clerk is expected to:
- Conduct daily pre-shift inspections on all power industrial trucks (PIT) and immediately report any mechanical concerns.
- Maintain a "Safety First" mindset by identifying and mitigating potential hazards in the warehouse, such as pedestrian traffic or unstable loads.
- Perform routine quality checks on finished goods to ensure no damaged or incorrect product reaches the customer.
- Participate in general plant clean-ups to maintain a clean, organized, and trip-free work zone.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate specialized equipment, including the Aisle Master forklift, to unload finished goods from conveyors and strategically place them within the warehouse.
- Utilize scanning technology to track assigned inventory items, ensuring real-time accuracy of warehouse stock levels.
- Accurately pick customer releases and stage products for transport according to specific load maps and customer requirements.
- Verify product labeling for 100% accuracy and generate both manual and computer-based Bills of Lading (BOL) to ensure legal and logistical compliance.
- Protect our products and transit safety by applying protective sheets, pads, and banding to unit loads per strict engineering specifications.
- Maintain detailed logs regarding items loaded/unloaded, timestamps, and equipment inspections to ensure peak operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- Ability to repetitively lift up to 50 lbs and remain seated/operable on a forklift for extended periods (8 hours).
- Basic computer literacy for generating shipping documents and performing inventory scans.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with dispatchers and supervisors.
- Proven ability to multi-task and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Must be able to work 3rd Shift (10 PM – 6 AM Sunday - Thursday). Overtime and weekend work may be required based on customer demand.
- Prior manufacturing or warehouse experience is a plus, but we are willing to train candidates with the right mechanical aptitude and work ethic.
Compensation & Benefits
Green Bay Packaging offers a competitive wage along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health and long-term financial security:
- Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage.
- Financial Security: Company-matching 401(k) and a Pension plan.
- Support: Short-Term (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD), Life Insurance, and Wellness Programs. (Note: Benefits may vary by position or division.)
Company Overview
Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information about Green Bay Packaging Inc., visit gbp.com.