General Summary of Position
Shipper/Packer is responsible to ensure timely and accurate outbound freight.  This position interacts with internal departments, customers and uses various shipping systems. Excellent verbal and written communication is required. Must have strong attention to detail and initiative.  This position will involve shipping, labeling, light assembly, packing and inventory control.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 
 

• Packages products for shipment. 
• Participates in inventory control and ensures accuracy. 
• Creates shipping documents for domestic and international shipments, required customs documents, packing slips and waybills using UPS, FEDEX, DHL and customer specific portals. 
• Ships goods ensuring deadlines are achieved and complete documentation is included.
• Manages and collects quotes for all incoming and outgoing freight. 
• Enters final freight quote into QuickBooks within 24 hours of them being received.
• Packages, pallets and crates for freight shipments.
• Receives goods into the warehouse and enters item receipts into QuickBooks.
• Performs tasks including receiving, storing and distributing materials in a safe manner.
• Ensures timely follow-up to delayed or pending items to ensure deadlines are achieved.
• Responsible for checking the final order before it is packaged.
• Maintains organization and cleanliness in a safe manner within the shipping department.
• May maintain and support shipping related equipment. (shipping computer, scale) 
• Complies with all Dooley Gasket and Seal Inc. policies and procedures and PA laws.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

• Must have strong attention to detail and organization.
• Detail-oriented including experience with both manual and electronic recordkeeping systems.
• Able to communicate, write and read English.
• Ability to take and follow directions.
• Basic math and reading skills required.
• Ability to work until 5pm daily for shipment pick-ups and overtime when needed.
• Previous forklift certification preferred.

KEY COMPETENCIES:
 

• Ability to show initiative & confidence in actions on the job and take responsibility for personal actions.
• Ability to be self-motivated to grow personally and professionally through on-going training / education as a result of the demands of the position.
• Ability to focus on and meet target goals and objectives.
• Ability to proactively identify and solve problems before they become significant issues.
• Ability to use clear and concise written communication in the execution of this position to effectively transmit information to DGS team members.
• Complies with all Dooley Gasket and Seal Inc. policies and procedures and PA laws.