Shipping Clerk

Since 2003, SparkFun has been helping turn ideas into reality – whether you’re creating a smart weather station, exploring the frontier of machine learning, building a robot for school or prototyping your first (or tenth) product. No matter your vision or skill level, our open source components, resources and online tutorials are designed to broaden access to innovative technology and make the road to a finished project shorter.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. SparkFun offers an abundance of opportunities to learn new skills from other Funions, in addition to many other benefits and perks.

SparkFun’s Shipping Department is responsible for fulfilling customer orders efficiently and accurately. Our team is made up of adaptable, fun individuals who are dedicated to shipping merchandise and exceeding customer expectations.

Shipping Clerks will be responsible for performing duties that maintain good inventory practices and a productive work environment. This will include but is not limited to: utilizing our ERP system to pick and ship inventory, packaging orders for shipment according to SparkFun's standards, and packaging of Lithium Batteries according to current Hazmat regulations. Someone who likes being on their feet and working on a team will enjoy this environment. Overall, we are looking for a helpful addition to our energetic shipping department and a great contributor to the SparkFun community.

• Daily workflow of order fulfillment (Picking and Packing)
• Accurately and efficiently pick products from inventory shelves (3,000 unique SKUs)
• Pack orders, ensuring contents are correct and securely positioned for safe shipment
• Maintain hazmat compliance for all applicable orders (specific training and certification will be provided)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time (4-7 hours per day)
• Time management & punctuality skills
• Attention to detail
• Experience & desire to work collaboratively as a team in a fast-paced, positive environment

Additional Skills (not required but preferred):

• Has shipping and/or warehousing systems experience
• Hazmat handling certification
• Communication skills, both written and verbal
• Friendly, approachable attitude
• Familiarity with Google's Suite of products, including GMail, Docs, & Sheets

At SparkFun, we ask a lot of our employees, and that’s why we give so much in return. Here are just some of the benefits:

• Competitive salary: $17/hour for this position
• Medical/dental/vision plan, among other benefits
• Matching 401(k),
• A casual dress code for you
• Dogs - yes, we bring dogs to work
• Full gym with climbing wall. If that’s not your style we offer a monthly gym stipend or onsite yoga
• We have a great employee discount and opportunities to create and share content with the SparkFun community
• Paid time to volunteer
• EcoPass (public transportation pass)
• Paid time off Sick Time Wellness Time
• Summer BBQs, work parties, and more!

Salary : $17