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Shipping Associate

Shipping Associate

CompanyXylem
LocationYellow Springs, OH, USA
Salary$40300 – $64500
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelEntry Level/New Grad, Junior

Requirements

  • Computer skills (Microsoft Office)
  • Ability to read floor layout maps, to locate materials for pulling
  • Basic Math Skills
  • Ability to identify appropriately sized shipping container for orders of varying shapes, sizes and weights and to pack items to prevent damage during shipment
  • Ability to use and adapt to various shippers’ software packages
  • Ability to read item numbers, descriptions, quantities and lot/serial numbers, instructions and other information
  • Experience in using the AES (Automated Export System) a plus
  • Ability to multi-task in a highly dynamic environment
  • Attention to detail
  • Demonstrated team skills and experience working in team environment
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for pulling, packing, and shipping parts in a cost-effective, timely manner to meet or exceed our customers’ expectations.
  • Required to cross-train to learn all jobs in shipping
  • Check for accuracy between the pick slip and the items pulled
  • Meeting standards for accuracy and timeliness for pulling, packing and shipping customer orders.
  • Pack orders in an appropriate manner for shipment
  • Enter shipping data into the proper shippers’ software interface and print shipping documents
  • Daily mail run
  • Responsible for receiving deliveries from vendors on the dock
  • Calculate freight for order entry inquiries. Simulate weight & box dimensions for special orders
  • Process SEDs, NAFTAs, waybills, certificates of origin
  • Scheduling ‘pick-ups’ with forwarders locally
  • Read & follow customer order notes
  • Maintain shipping materials stock
  • Recommend cost-effective shipping methods
  • Receiving back-up during non-peak times
  • Coordinate with Marketing for the shipment of Trade Show-related materials
  • Work on projects as assigned by the Warehouse Coordinator

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in using the AES (Automated Export System) a plus