Shipping Assistant 1st, 7:00a-3:30p

Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc.•Milford, NH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

No manufacturing experience? No Problem! Our on-site "Center for Excellence" new hire training program will set you up for success. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire (USA), Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc. is the premier supplier of complete-to-print, high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully-finished casting-based subassemblies and components to industry. The company leads the industry in volume production, reduced lead-times and just-in-time manufacturing. Hitchiner produces castings in hundreds of different alloys for a broad spectrum of global markets and customers that include the leaders in the automotive, aerospace, and other industries. We offer an enriching environment where learning and growing become part of your career. Hitchiner is dedicated to fostering the professional growth and development of our employees. We offer upward mobility and internal promotions.

Requirements

Requires one year of clerical experience which must include the performance of duties requiring the handling of process paperwork or the equivalent.
Ability to perform simple typing duties.
Must have demonstrable PC Skills and Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft applications.
Needs to be able to work with any computer application that position requires (e.g., Mitchell Humphrey, HP, Lotus Notes, etc.).
Requires sufficient strength and physical dexterity to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Vision requirement of 20/30 near correctable.
Must be able to obtain a valid lift truck license as needed.
Must have performed functions of the Shipping Packer, PI126 for a period of no less than 6 months.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
Should have working knowledge of international shipping requirements and the use of software to produce required documents.
Persons in this position will be given the opportunity and are expected to cross-train and learn the requirements to progress to the next classification and will have the opportunity to advance to the next classification provided there is a business need for such a skill level.

Responsibilities

Pack product and prepare for shipment.
Drive product and/or tools using automobiles or lightweight trucks.
Check shipments leaving plant to ensure that all customer requirements are met, and that all internal packing and shipping procedures have been followed.
Contacts trucking companies for pickup of shipments.
Performs scheduled or unscheduled floor inventories.
Order supplies of shipping materials and maintain adequate stocks.
Perform tracer action on shipments whenever necessary.
Record daily inventory and update.
Completes Process Sheet Count Verification form by calculating the difference (over and under) between the number of parts stated on the process sheet and the actual number of parts shipped to the customer on a daily basis. Calculates weekly totals of overages and shortages. Calculates and reports total pounds shipped per month by trucking company for accounting.
Responds to various shipping inquiries.
Communicates on a daily basis, contacts the Sales and Production Control departments concerning shipments. Contact with Accounting and Purchasing departments concerning shipping charges. Occasional contact with various trucking companies to obtain charges and verify information.
Keys shipping information such as part number, shipping charges, quantity shipped, number of cartons, weight, X-Ray Tests, etc. into the computer via CRT for billing purposes, FEDEX Comp. Terminal.
Types or removes packing slips from the printer as required, completes certification forms, calculates insurance charges and obtains delivery charges on prepaid shipment etc.
Types bills of lading and contacts truck companies to obtain proof of delivery.
Must follow all safety requirements of job as outlined on the job safety card
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Complete all paperwork associated with the job. Correctly maintain all forms and instruction sheets
Maintain a clean and orderly working environment
Inform your supervisor about problems that occur
May be required to handle hazardous waste by collecting and transferring the waste into proper containers at satellite storage areas or storage areas and assuring that the containers are properly inspected, labeled, and closed as required. Must follow correct instruction for handling hazardous waste and report any deviations to supervisor immediately. Must attend yearly instruction in hazardous waste handling and review of current procedures if job duties could affect non-compliance.

Benefits

Onsite state of the art Gym/Fitness Center, open 24/7 for all employees
Medical and Dental Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Basic and Accidental Life Insurance (company paid)
Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
401K (pre-tax and ROTH) with Excellent Company Match and Immediate Vesting
Company Profit Sharing Plan
3 weeks’ Vacation to start; 4 weeks’ Vacation at 5 Years; 5 weeks’ Vacation 10 years seniority
We set you up for success with our “Center for Excellence” onsite training center for new hires and existing employees to improve new learning and continuous growth
Training and Educational Assistance Programs