Job Description
Job Description
As a Shipping Associate at Farmhouse Pottery, your primary responsibility will be to handle all aspects of shipping operations, ensuring that our handcrafted products reach our customers in perfect condition and on time. This role is crucial for maintaining the company's reputation for quality and service, and will involve collaborating closely with other team members in the warehouse.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare products for shipment, ensuring proper packaging methods and materials are utilized to protect items during transit.
- Coordinate and execute daily shipping tasks to meet outgoing freight deadlines.
- Handle the documentation for shipments, including shipping labels, invoices, and customs papers where applicable.
- Maintain an organized work area and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Assist with inventory management, which may including stocking shelves and keeping track of packaging supplies.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate and efficient order fulfillment.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed, based on the evolving needs of the organization.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Previous experience in shipping, logistics, or warehouse roles is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling orders and shipments.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Comfort with technology, experience in using shipping software is preferred
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Eight weeks paid parental leave
- Eight company paid holidays
- Two weeks paid time off
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Opportunity to make your own pottery, plus product discounts