Swing Shift - Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Who We Are

Sonderen Packaging is a third-generation, family-owned folding carton manufacturer with a reputation for quality, innovation, and exceptional customer service. For more than 60 years, we've partnered with leading brands to create high-quality packaging using advanced printing, custom inks, specialty coatings, and precision finishing. Our success is built on craftsmanship, teamwork, and employees who take pride in producing packaging you'll recognize on store shelves across the country.

Why Join Sonderen?

At Sonderen Packaging, you're more than an employee; you're part of the family. We work hard, support one another and celebrate our successes together. Whether it's recognizing achievements, giving back to our community, or sharing a laugh on the production floor, we've built a culture where people enjoy coming to work.

If you're looking for a company that values your contributions, invests in your growth, and takes pride in doing things the right way, apply today for consideration to be a part of our team!

What We Offer

At Sonderen Packaging, we believe our employees are our greatest investment. That's why we offer competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and opportunities to grow your career.

• $500 Sign-On Bonus (if eligible)
• Quarterly Performance Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match (eligible after 6 months; immediately vested)
• Four health insurance plan options, each including vision coverage
• Dental Insurance
• Employer-paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and 8 Paid Holidays

Swing shift has a $1.00/hour differential as a swing shift employee.

SCHEDULE: Must be able to work the entire schedule of 2PM-10PM Monday through Friday.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Please note that this list is ILLUSTRATIVE only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by an employee in this role. Duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Operate forklifts, including appliance-type paddle clamp attachment lift trucks, electric pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and accurately, ensuring zero product damage and precise counts during loading, unloading, staging, and storage

• Receive all inbound materials: unload trucks and trailers, inspect shipments for damage or shortages, verify contents against purchase orders or packing slips, and record receipts in the ERP system

• Manage roll stock materials: inspect trailers, complete receiving forms and damage claims, enter roll stock inventory in ERP, and pull/stage roll stock for the Sheeting Department; return unused rolls with proper labeling and scanning

• Maintain accurate inventory records: perform regular cycle counts, random spot checks, and participate in company-wide annual physical inventory

• Track and document all incoming and outgoing shipments; prepare and package outgoing products (including folded cartons), print shipping labels and documentation, and coordinate pickups with carriers

• Independently organize and execute daily shipping functions; expedite customer orders accurately and on time, ensuring packaging quality and load integrity

• Communicate effectively with internal teams—including production, scheduling, purchasing, and customer service—to resolve issues related to orders, delivery schedules, and inventory

• Regular and predictable attendance is required between the assigned start time and end times of work; must be able to work overtime when required.

• Perform all work in accordance with company policies, procedures, practices, values, and standards of conduct.

• Follow safety procedures and practices to ensure a safe working environment for all employees

• Perform other duties as assigned

Employees must be able to perform the essential 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing to communicate effectively, and discern warning or emergency alarms, including forklift horns.

• Sufficient vision to review and read documents, reports, and other job-related information, and observe signage in the plant

• Sufficient manual dexterity to perform repetitive motions in fingering and hand/wrist/arm movement, including using a keyboard.

• Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; frequently push/pull up to 50 lb.; occasionally lift and carry up to 75 lbs., push/pull up to 100lbs.; and rarely lift and carry up to 100 lbs. All work is performed between floor and shoulder height.

• Ability to stand continuously for one hour or more during shift duration.

• Ability to walk for up to 4.5 cumulative hours during shift duration.

• Ability to sit continuously for one hour or more during the shift duration and sit for up to 2 cumulative hours.

• Sufficient body flexibility and balance which require repeated bending, stooping, and kneeling motions. Ability to bend and twist at the head, neck and waist.

• Ability to occasionally climb stairs upon entering/leaving the facility

• Sufficient attention to concentrate and complete tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Typical working conditions are exposed to moderate noise but at times may be exposed to loud and excessive noise

• Production areas of the facility may include variations in temperature, odor, humidity, dust or dirt, and debris.

• Operation of forklifts, hand tools, and other support equipment may be used.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Safe operation techniques of forklifts, clamp trucks, and other material handling equipment

• Shipping, receiving, and inventory control processes, including ERP systems

• Packaging standards and documentation for incoming and outgoing freight

• Roll stock handling, inspection procedures, and proper storage practices

• Workplace safety regulations and effective communication within cross-functional teams

SKILL AND ABILITY TO:

• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operational procedures and instructions, and policies.

• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Verbally communicate to clearly convey information and feedback to team members and supervisors

• Address concerns promptly to ensure smooth workflow and collaboration

• Demonstrate a cooperative and positive attitude when working with colleagues

• Approach interpersonal challenges with professionalism and a solution-oriented mindset

• Safely operate a variety of forklifts and clamp trucks

• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred

• Experience in warehouse or shipping and receiving preferred

• At least six (6) months of previous forklift operation required

• Clamp truck operation experience, preferred

The primary purpose of the Shipping/Receiving Clerk is to ensure the accurate and efficient handling of all incoming and outgoing materials within the facility. The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for executing day-to-day logistics operations including receiving, inspecting, and inventorying raw materials and supplies; preparing and shipping finished goods; and maintaining accurate inventory records within the ERP system. This position reports to the Warehouse Manager.