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Position Summary:

The Shipping I position supports shipping operations for inbound and outbound materials, products, bundles and miscellaneous supplies to ensure shipping/receiving timelines are met. This role involves operating a Forklift and other material handling devices to meet production schedules, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform forklift operation for shipping and receiving activities, including loading and unloading trucks, inspecting shipments, and verifying contents.
• Support Shipping/Receiving operations responsible for the proper processing of all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Perform forklift operations in support of daily shipping and receiving tasks to meet production and customer delivery requirements.
• Take direction from supervisors of shipping and receiving team to ensure adherence to procedures and standards.
• Work with production, logistics, and procurement departments to prioritize orders, resolve issues, and optimize workflow efficiency.
• Work to adhere to safety protocols, including the proper handling of hazardous materials and compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Utilize inventory management software and other tools to track shipments, update inventory records.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings in shipping and receiving operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized shipping and receiving area, including proper storage and disposal of materials.
• Communicate effectively with management and supervisors to resolve discrepancies, address concerns, and ensure timely deliveries.
• Work with supervisors to adhere to loading schedule using information from our ERP and Production software.
• Organize shipments using transportation management software (TMS).
• Create bill of lading (BOL) and supporting documents for truck load (TL) and less than truckload (LTL) shipments.
• Will communicate regularly using a combination of phone and email systems.
• Will need to be able to understand and react to an ever-changing shipping schedule.
• Work overtime as needed to meet the schedule.
• Other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Transportation/Shipping/Receiving
• High School Diploma or Higher; or a combination of education and experience
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficient problem-solving and multitasking skill
• You're a team player and thrive in a collaborative team environment
• You have a desire to learn and grow
• Ability to promote teamwork among peers is a must
• Ability to answer a high volume of calls and/or emails daily
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Proficient with SAP or an equivalent ERP system

Physical Requirements:

• Able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to walk long distances.
• Able to work at elevated heights.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to work long hours in hot conditions during spring and summer.
• Able to work in cold conditions during fall and winter.

Disclaimer

The information in this description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Gibraltar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideratio regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.

Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity