Shipping Associate - Sauder : Job Details

Sauder Manufacturing Co, New Haven, Indiana, United States of America

Posted Monday, October 7, 2024 at 4:00 AM

Sauder Manufacturing was founded in 1945 as a church furniture company and is wholly owned by the parent Sauder Woodworking Co. We have a rich history in crafting solid wood into beautiful, enduring, quality furniture and today that is blended with modern technology and a strong customer focus.Sauder Manufacturing Co. sells in four strategic markets: Healthcare Furniture for acute care hospitals, Education Furniture for colleges and universities, Worship furniture for churches, synagogues, courthouses, and Residential Furniture for human services markets, which is a diverse network of agencies providing residential housing to many individuals. At Sauder Manufacturing, how we do our work (new technology, new products, and new ideas) changes constantly, but our values (how we treat our customers, suppliers and each other) never change.

Starting wage of $16.50+ depending on experience

Shipping experience preferred.

Position Summary:

The Shipping Associate will package, prepare and load product for safe shipping.

• Prepare product for shipment including labeling, packaging, wrapping, and staging.
• Load product on trucks by hand and/or forklift for safe shipping and receiving by customer.
• Verify accurate product is loaded based on packing slip.
• Will be required to obtain forklift license.

Position Requirements:

• Attention to fine detail/ must be detail oriented.
• Regular lifting of product up to 50lbs and occasionally up to 75 lbs.
• Regular maneuvering and position of product using pallet jack or carts up to 2,000 lbs.
• Requires full shift of standing, walking, carrying product, bending and lifting.
• Able to use hand-held power tools with accuracy and precision.
• Able to read, write and follow instructions, both written and verbal.
• Able to assist in training employees.
• Ensures a safe working environment by conforming to all safety guidelines including, but not limited to, wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Experience and Knowledge Required:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous Manufacturing or Shipping Experience preferred.

Key Attributes Required:

• A self-starting, goal-oriented, customer-focused individual who takes personal accountability and acts in accordance with the Company's Values.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend and lift overhead up to 8 hours at a time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to work on shop floor production. Personal protective equipment such as eye protection and ear protection may be required in the shop floor environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 120 degree trailer to -20 degree trailer; extreme temperature differences.

Full benefits package includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage with company contribution towards Health Savings Account (HSA), 10 paid holidays per year, paid vacation from weekly accrual, 401(k) match and profit sharing plan, disability coverage, life insurance, pay for performance increases, tuition reimbursement, advancement opportunity, Sauder Village membership, employee referral bonus and a sweet furniture discount!Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disabled/Veteran

Sauder Manufacturing Co, New Haven, Indiana, United States of America