Shipping Specialist

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Located in Watertown, CT

Salary: $17-$20

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Shipping Specialist to manage the preparation and dispatch of our client's specialized inventory. This role involves handling long-format products (up to 26 feet), requiring precision in packing, machinery operation, and inventory management. You will be the final point of quality control before products reach the customer.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Specialized Packing: Securely box and wrap products using foam, plastic, and protective buffers to ensure zero damage during transit.
• Machine Operation: Efficiently operate automated shrink-wrap machinery and ensure all safety protocols are followed.
• Inventory & Rack Management: Organize and store oversized crates on industrial racks; pull and stage orders accurately for freight pickups.
• Logistics & Delivery: Assist in the loading/unloading of freight trucks.
• Quality Assurance: Verify that incoming and outgoing products perfectly match purchase orders and manifests.
• Cross-Department Support: Maintain a flexible "team-first" attitude with a willingness to cross-train in production or other departments as needed.

 

Requirements & Physical Demands

• Heavy Lifting: Must be able to consistently lift, pivot, and maneuver up to 150 lbs. with assistance
• Spatial Skills: Experience handling extremely long/awkward materials (up to 26') is a major plus.
• Accuracy: A "measure twice, cut once" mentality with a high level of attention to detail.
• Communication: Ability to read orders clearly and flag discrepancies immediately.

 

 

 

 

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