Shipping Coordinator in Des Moines, Iowa at TIG Distributing Inc

Job Summary

The Shipping Coordinator is responsible for boxing and packaging products and shipping customer orders for clients following approved guidelines. Will assist in order picking, palletizing, simple kitting, and warehouse assistance.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Daily scanning of products, packaging, and shipping for customer and client orders provided by the area managers and supervisor using the warehouse management system. Strict attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to quality control processes.
• Picking products for orders and returning them to inventory if products are not used or orders are canceled.
• Palletize orders according to instructions and prepare and wrap for shipping.
• Assist with simple kit assembly and packaging following standardized instructions and training.
• Provide general warehouse support as needed, such as organizing products, and maintaining clean and safe work areas.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Experience in a warehouse or production environment preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work, and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment.
• Experience and competence with computers.
• Ability to use a pallet jack and other basic warehouse equipment.

Competencies/Skills

• Assertive and clear written and oral communication.
• Willingness to grow and adapt as the needs of the business grow.
• Detailed oriented, organized, and able to problem solve.
• Ability to work independently and team orientated, able to work with diverse individuals within and outside the TIG/Exodus Organizations.
• Self-motivated, self-directed, and hardworking.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, and walk. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 40 pounds on their own, use hands to grasp or handle objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk, and hear. Able to perform physical labor continually and stand for long periods.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required from personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities as needed.