What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Clerk (Second-Shift) position at Kitron Technologies, Inc.?
Job Title: Shipping Clerk
Location: On-Site in Windber, PA
Type: Full-Time Second-Shift
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
About Us
For over 40 years, Kitron Group has been leading the way in manufacturing and assembly of electronics for daily use around the world. Our focus on the values of Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement has enabled us to become a leading global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company. Our U.S.-based facility, Kitron Technologies, is continuing to expand and add to our team.
Why Work for Us?
At Kitron, we have a team of highly-skilled and trained colleagues. Working for us means you get access to ongoing learning and development opportunities, as well as our industry-leading benefits offerings, such as:
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee-Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability
- 401(k) with company match
- 9/80 work schedule
- Additional voluntary benefits
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About the Role
We’re looking for a Shipping Clerk to help ensure our products get out the door accurately and on time. This role sits at a critical point in our operation. You’re the final check before products reach the customer.
You’ll be responsible for preparing shipments, verifying accuracy, and making sure all documentation and packaging meet both company and customer expectations. You’ll work closely with production, quality, and customer service to keep things moving and solve issues quickly.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/FUNCTIONS
- Prepare and process outgoing shipments based on schedules and customer requirements
- Verify part numbers, quantities, and documentation before shipment
- Package products to ensure safe delivery
- Generate labels, packing slips, and shipping documents
- Coordinate carrier pickups and ensure shipments leave on time
- Review and follow customer-specific shipping instructions
- Identify and resolve discrepancies before shipments go out
- Maintain accurate records in the ERP system
- Keep the shipping area organized and running efficiently
- Support inventory and material movement as needed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent, or relevant experience
- Comfortable using computers and ERP systems
- Strong attention to detail, you catch errors before they leave the building
- Ability to stay organized and manage multiple shipments at once
- Good communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
- Basic math skills for counting and verification
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in manufacturing, shipping, or warehouse environments
- Familiarity with UPS, FedEx, or other carrier systems
- Understanding of shipping documents (packing slips, bills of lading)
- Forklift experience or certification
WORKING CONDITIONS
Typical working conditions at Kitron are indoors, safe, well lit, temperature controlled, low exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors, clean and sanitary conditions with average light industrial noise. Production areas have machinery with moving parts. Static dissipative smock, and shoes are required. Offices with locking doors, meeting rooms, and common printing areas are well lit, clean, low noise, and temperature controlled with no exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors.
Typical working conditions at Kitron are indoors, safe, well lit, temperature controlled, low exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors, clean and sanitary conditions with average light industrial noise. Production areas have machinery with moving parts. Static dissipative smock, and shoes are required. Offices with locking doors, meeting rooms, and common printing areas are well lit, clean, low noise, and temperature controlled with no exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout a manufacturing and shipping area for extended periods
- Ability to lift and move materials up to 25–50 pounds, with or without assistance
- Frequent handling of packages and materials of varying sizes
- Work performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, equipment, and varying temperatures
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
Pre-Employment Requirements
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening. These screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and help us maintain a safe and secure workplace.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening. These screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and help us maintain a safe and secure workplace.
Kitron is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). EEO policies cover all employees and employment programs, management practices and decisions to include recruiting, hiring, promotions, transfers, training and career development, benefits, and separation. All employees and applicants for employment shall be given fair treatment and equal employment opportunity regardless of their race, color, religion, age (40 and over), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or other prohibited non-merit factors.
Kitron Technologies is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kitron will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 814-467-9779.
The employee must be able to perform the essential job duties/functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Salary : $41,932 - $53,965