What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Specialist position at Precision Analytical Inc?
Shipping Specialist
Precision Analytical (PA) is the creator of the DUTCH Test, an innovative hormone test that creates better tools for healthcare professionals to explore hormone issues with their patients. PA exists to make it easier for patients and their healthcare providers to find answers to complex clinical questions. We are fully committed to our mission of providing the best diagnostic tools in functional medicine.
This position is onsite and located in McMinnville, Oregon, in the beautiful Willamette Valley.
With a career at PA, you get:
Market-based competitive wage
Bonus potential
401(k) with employer contribution
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Wellness program
Onsite gym
Paid time off
Holiday & Floating holiday
Casual work environment
Monthly company lunches
Employee assistance program
Free DUTCH Tests
…and more!
Job Summary:
The Shipping Specialist is responsible for preparing and shipping product and receiving incoming shipments. Successful candidates will have strong communication skills, great attention to detail and be able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assemble and pack testing kits and other items ensuring order accuracy and that all items are included
- Accurately retrieve and/or enter orders in the database, print shipping labels, enter provider/patient information
- Inventory, track and organize supplies necessary for shipments
- Effectively communicate with shipping carriers, customers, vendors and other departments; ensure timely responses and feedback as needed
- Perform basic office tasks such organizing, filing, copying, emails
- Follow company procedures, guidelines, and policies
- Troubleshoot issues and research solutions; support other team members with questions or support as needed
- Deliver and pick up mail daily to/from the post office or as needed with other carriers
- Use PA’s Core Values in daily activities and interactions with others
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Collaboratively perform other duties as needed to support company goals
Qualifications & Desired Skills:
- High-school degree, or equivalent
- Experience working in shipping department, warehouse, or similar environment
- Computer technology experience and the ability to learn systems quickly and effectively
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) will help in the training and initial success of this position
- Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and strong attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and listening skills; the ability to communicate (verbal/writing) effectively at all levels and with all customers, internally and externally
- Dependable and punctual; ability to work flexible hours, including late nights and/or weekends as needed
- Positive attitude; a champion for our people, culture, company and brand
Work Environment:
This position is located in a warehouse type environment with frequent use of a computer and related hardware. A person must be able to stand and/or sit and effectively move around the building; see, hear and talk; use hands to type, handle or feel tools or controls; use hands and arms to reach. This position requires lifting up to 25lbs, moving up to 50lbs with assistance, and periods of time where repetitive motions are required to create and package product.
Ability to use and climb ladders, operate scissor lift, forklift and pallet jack to move heavy materials, after appropriate training, is also required.
In addition, this position may at times require travel and use of a personal vehicle to transport mail, product or other items to Precision Analytical locations, vendor or mail drop off locations.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.