Shipping Associate

Sauder Manufacturing was founded in 1945 as a Church furniture Company. We have a rich history in crafting solid wood into beautiful, enduring, quality furniture and today that is blended with modern technology and a strong customer focus.

Sauder Manufacturing Co. sells in four strategic markets: Healthcare Furniture for Acute Care Hospitals, Education Furniture for colleges and universities, Worship furniture for churches, synagogues, courthouses  and furniture for human services markets which is a diverse network of agencies providing residential housing to many individuals. At Sauder Manufacturing, how do we do our work----new technology, new products and new ideas----changes constantly---but our values----how we treat our customers, suppliers and each other----never change.

SCHEDULE:  Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Position Summary:

The Shipping Associate II will package, prepare and load product for safe shipping.

• Prepare product for shipment including; labeling, packaging, wrapping, and staging
• Load product on trucks for safe shipping and receiving by customer
• Verify accurate product is loaded based on packing slip
• Product Knowledge
• Ability to use computer as needed
• May be required to obtain forklift license

• Ability to use computer and handheld scanners
• Ability to recognize discrepancies and initiate resolution
• Ability to read and process Kitting work orders
• Panel Processing Kitter
• Back up to shipping department leader

Position Requirements:

• Attention to fine detail/ must be detail-oriented 
• Regular lifting of product up to 50lbs. and occasionally up to 75 lbs.
• Regular maneuvering and position of product using pallet jack or carts up to 2,000 lbs.
• Requires full shift of standing, walking, carrying product, bending and lifting.
• Able to use handheld power tools with accuracy and precision.
• Able to read, write and follow instructions, both written and verbal.
• Able to assist in training employees       
• Ensures a safe working environment by conforming to all safety guidelines including, but not limited to, wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Experience and Knowledge Required:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous Manufacturing or Shipping Experience preferred 

Key Attributes Required:

• A self-starting, goal-oriented, customer-focused individual who takes personal accountability and acts in accordance with the Company’s Values

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend and lift overhead up to 8 hours at a time.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to work on shop floor production. Personal protective equipment such as eye protection and ear protection may be required in the shop floor environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 120-degree trailer to -20-degree trailer; extreme temperature differences. 

Sauder Manufacturing Co. is an equal opportunity employer and gives equal consideration for employment to all qualified applicants.

• Medical, prescription, dental for one premium
• Vision
• Company contribution towards Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 3 weeks paid vacation from weekly accrual
• 401(k) match and profit sharing plan
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Pay for performance increases
• Tuition reimbursement
• Advancement opportunity
• Sauder Village membership
• Employee referral bonus
• And a sweet furniture discount!

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disabled/Veteran  

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