Shipping Associate Jobs in Springfield, IL (NOW HIRING)

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for managing the movement of materials inbound and outbound, domestic and international, as we grow Solomon Colors to the next level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provide shipping cost to sales for customer proposals, and recommend the most beneficial options for our customers regarding cost versus timing
• Apply weekly fuel surcharge to quotes and bids
• Work directly with sales representatives to make new customer on boarding smooth to meet their requirements
• Support following up on requests for the tracing of missing shipments
• File freight claims
• Prepare warehouse BOL, packing list, and if necessary, customs documents for international shipments
• Manage all aspects of stock transfers between Solomon Colors warehouse locations
• Match modes of transport to meet cost requirements with customer needs
• Perform empty tote round up with “milk runs” to make cost effective return of the empty totes for refilling, also prepare the return documents

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Mentorship skills, including the ability to effectively convey information to others using positive motivational techniques, support, and guidance
• Ability to set goals, prioritize projects and follow through to completion, while maintaining a budget and following set timetables
• Use critical thinking skills to analyze and determine the root cause of issues and implement appropriate solutions
• Maintain excellent working relationships with co-workers, and other related facilities and companies as appropriate
• Promote company philosophy, mission and objectives within and to customers outside the facility
• Demonstrate ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties within allotted time
• Seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices
• Demonstrate honesty and integrity at all times
• Demonstrate respect for co-workers and comply with company policies
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills to interact and deal tactfully with facility staff, administration, customers, vendors, and government agencies
• Promote a positive culture for employees and maintain accountability within the facility by enforcing company policies.
• Support incentive programs to improve compliance, cleanliness and safety, as appropriate
• Ability to carry out essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to responsibilities
• Attend and participate in facility meetings
• Knowledge of emergency and disaster procedures of the facility
• Participate in company safety program identifying risks to safety and reducing incidents
• Participates in relevant in-service training sessions
• Use safety/personal protective equipment as required for the location/situation
• Perform other duties as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a Production Technician II, or equivalent job experience

Additional Qualifications / Skills:

• Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills required
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations as they relate to the material transportation and inventory
• Ability to gather, analyze, and report data and trends
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams to a common purpose and proactively see new ideas and solutions to organizational change
• Demonstrated positive influences on teams including a willingness to proactively accept change
• Ability to project a professional image
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Acute attention to detail
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions