Job Description

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations. It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success. 

LOCATION: Franklin, Wisconsin

BASE RATE PER HOUR: $24.75

SHIFT: 1st

HOURS: 6 AM until 2 PM

JOB SUMMARY/ JOB DUTIES:

Manage activities related to shipment and delivery. Manage and coordinate warehouse activities with personnel, shipments, deliveries, external and internal warehouse issues. Manage departmental needs for supervisors, employees and outside carriers to resolve problems and issues in a timely efficient manner. Maintains day-to-day operations within the shipping office.

•    Point person for all overseas, Canadian orders and most carriers. Prepares export documentation for international orders.  Schedule appointments for shipments.  Ensure proper documentation is prepared for each load and forwarded to the correct person to allow the shipment to sail immediately to prevent delays.

•    Generates "pick lists" from the computer terminal and compiles the information against a shipment schedule.  Accesses the option menu daily and provides all pick lists for the following day's shipments (includes distribution center, customer and inter-company shipments).

•    Uses the computer terminal to verify pick lists and creates a shipment manifest.

•    Enters inventory data into the computer via the terminal, such as alphanumeric item identification numbers, quantities, code dates, etc.  Checks for accuracy of information entered.

•    Acts as a liaison between the Company and common contract carriers; arranges for pick-ups, trailer drops, and minor load scheduling.  Communicates specific load requirements to carriers.

•    Compiles "daily shipment" report from shipping manifests.

•    Prepares memos and other communications to relevant departments as directed.  Logs pertinent shift information for inter-shift communication.

•    Maintains filing system in a neat and orderly manner.

•    Create, prepares and maintain spreadsheets and databases to track departmental scorecards, salvage, and other projects as needed.

•    Train new employees, when needed, in SAP, email, and other job related computer functions.

•    Problem solves billing disputes, inventories and other shipment issues for internal and external warehouse(s) including problems with carrier shipments with billing or inventory discrepancies.

•    Provide Customer Service to internal and external customers/carriers

•    Must be able to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment.

•    Assist Quality Assurance in tracking down products for recall or other quality issues.

•    Assists shift supervisor as needed.

•    Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines and procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection;  keeps work area clean; properly stores supplies in designated area; demonstrates the ability to operate office machinery, computer equipment, and printers in a safe and knowledgeable manner;  follows instructions for safe lifting and carrying of various sizes, shapes and weights of objects; identifies and reports defective equipment to supervision; reports all job-related injuries to supervision.

•    Performs other job-related projects, duties and assignments as directed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); along with related experience and/or training.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sitting: Frequently            

Standing: Frequently            

Walking: Frequently        

Driving: Seldom                

Using hands: Continuously        

Climbing: Occasionally    

Stooping, Kneeling: Occasionally        

Talking, Hearing: Frequently        

Tasting, Smelling: Seldom    

Floor to Waist Lift: Occasionally        

Waist to Eye Lift: Occasionally        

Two Handed Carry: Occasionally    

One Handed Carry: Seldom        

Pushing: Seldom                

Pulling: Seldom    

Overhead Work Standing: Occasionally    

Low Work Standing: Occasionally        

Kneeling: Occasionally        

Squat: Occasionally            

Climbing: Occasionally            

Repetitive Squatting: Frequently

Crawling: Occasionally            

Ladder climbing: Seldom            

Repetitive Twisting Standing: Frequently 

Repetitive Twisting Sitting: Frequently    

Balance on Level Surfaces: Continuously    

Balance on Uneven Surfaces: Seldom 

Balance on Beam/Scaffold: Seldom        

Hand Dexterity: Continuously        

Finger Dexterity: Continuously    

Low Work Sitting: Seldom        

Overhead Working Lying on Back: Seldom    

Balance on Ladder: Occasionally

Weight:

Up to 10 lbs.: Occasionally       

Up to 25 lbs.: Occasionally        

Up to 50 lbs.: Seldom/Never

Up to 100 lbs.: Seldom/Never        

More than 100 lbs.: Seldom/Never

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

May be exposed to extreme heat and/or cold depending upon the weather conditions when working on the docks or driving a vehicle. Weekend and/or overtime hours may be required.

Compensation and Benefits:

The starting rate for this full-time, hourly position is $24.75.

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.

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