Shipping Clerk

Abacus is looking to hire a Shipping Clerk in the Syracuse NY area.

• Schedule: 1st Shift (7:00 AM 3:30 PM Monday Friday)
• Qualifications: Basic shipping experience strong computer skills and the ability to
• learn quickly.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Move material to/from raw WIP Finishing Receiving and Manufacturing areas and accurately record production data and movement of materials in the Inventory Management System.
• Pick up and transfer material racks pallets and other consumable supplies to/from production areas as required.
• Unload/load trucks/tankers with incoming/outgoing materials. - Verify materials against receiving/shipping documents.
• Complete warehouse and departmental cycles counts and correct discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate inventory of packaging materials and finished goods.
• Maintain proper documentation for quality control and traceability.
• Request packaging materials to ensure adequate supplies.
• Efficiently utilize materials to minimize waste.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and procedures.
• Maintain a clean safe and organized work area and condense warehouse using 5S principles.
• Assist in equipment maintenance activities as directed.
• Properly handle and dispose of hazardous waste materials under Environmental Control Instructions.
• Interpret and follow product specifications and work orders.
• Monitor and report on key performance issues.
• Inspect finished products for quality defects and ensure proper labeling.
• Package finished goods according to customer requirements and Avery Dennison procedures including the use of the Exact program.
• Communicate and coordinate necessary information to appropriate department/shift employees to ensure effective operations.
• Lead in the recycling of pallets cardboard and scrap materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) or 3 years of relevant manufacturing work experience.
• Must regard safety as a core value; must serve as a role model for other employees and encourage adherence to safety practices policies and procedures.
• Must have strong service and quality focus with strong attention to detail; address issues effectively when problems arise and take initiative to understand root cause then communicate/educate the team in a timely manner.
• Must be able to actively contribute in a team based environment; encourage open communication and positive interaction with peers and management to effectively reach a common goal.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in essential tasks of the job and a willingness to learn and share knowledge; must take initiative to cross-train and sustain acquired skills.
• Must have a demonstrated record of flexibility and dependability in order to support production and customer focus.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime including short-notice requests.
• Must demonstrate proficiency with computer applications especially strong Oracle transactional skills and learn new software.
• Physical ability to lift stand and move around for extended periods.
• Ability to operate machinery and use hand tools.

Required Experience:

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