LTL Shipping Associate I

Manitou Group • Belvidere, IL

2d • $15 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Why work for Manitou Group? Manitou is purposefully committed to you, its people. Based on a “One United Team” focus, we internationally cultivate our purpose-driven and agile work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we cultivate, build and elevate our more than 6000 employees and their diversity across more than 30 countries we operate in. There are 6 main plants with locations in France, the USA, India, Italy and more than 30 subsidiaries all around the world. Are you looking for a new opportunity? Join us to be part of our continuous success. GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY: A LTL Shipping Associate is responsible for the accurate and timely fulfillment of picking/pulling product from the warehouse shelves, sorting items and making sure all products on the order request are ready to be packed. LTL Shipping Associates are also responsible to ensure all products on the order request are free from damage, verified, counted and packaged for order shipment.

Requirements

• Previous experience with a Barcode Scanning System/handheld preferred
• Forklift Certification preferred (order picker, reach truck)
• Must be able to pass the forklift certification test
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs as part of the job function while using safe lifting requirements
• Able to stand for extended periods of time, lifting multiple pounds regularly
• Learn Lean Philosophy within the organization to focus on and participate in continuous improvement and learning to improve processes, efficiencies and increased profitability
• Must be a self-starter, motivated and focused to work independently within the established perimeters assigned
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively
• Some computer skills and basic math skills needed
• Must be able to work with others and as a team
• Attention to detail and organizational skills needed
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Verify the quantity and product being picked and packed is accurate
• Use RF Handheld Barcode Scanner to process product while picking and packaging
• Sort, consolidate and drop off products to assigned packing stations for packaging
• Pack product to maximize box space to reduce shipping costs while maintaining packaging integrity
• Mark and label finished packages correctly to ensure customer orders are free of potential shipping error
• Ensure quality control standards and practices are occurring (recording errors, inspect parts for damage, correct shortages, wrong parts and using QC forms)
• Meet and exceed daily productivity and quality standards
• Record daily productivity on Progress Control Boards per Lean Philosophy
• Operates an order picker, standup reach truck and fork truck to pick product from various storage racking
• Responsible to help maintain cleanliness and 5S standards at packing stations
• Must be willing to be cross-trained in other areas in the warehouse as needed
• Must perform within the Company Safety Program and Policies

Benefits

• Above local legal requirements, of course
• Base Salary Range between $15.00 – $25.00 per hour, plus a potential annual bonus based on performance metrics
• Actual pay determined by experience level, skills, qualifications & work location
• This position is located in Belvidere, IL
• In addition to an inclusive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits program including Medical/Dental/Vision, a matching 401k, tuition reimbursement, volunteer program, wellness activities, employee and family activities throughout the year and so much more!
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
• Manitou Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status or disability status

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED