Shipping Specialist
Alexandria, VA - USA
Job Summary
As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.
Since 1989 Lakeland Manufacturing has been producing precision machined components for customers across a variety of industries. As part of the Marmon family of companies and backed by Berkshire Hathaway we combine the stability of a large organization with the culture of a growing team-oriented machine shop.
We are looking for a dependable detail-oriented individual with shipping or warehouse experience who takes pride in accuracy and keeping products moving efficiently. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment solving problems and ensuring customers receive their orders on time we want to hear from you.
Compensation
$24.00 - $27.00 per hour depending on experience.
What Youll Do
Coordinate daily outbound shipments to ensure on-time customer delivery.
Prepare package verify and label shipments for accuracy.
Receive incoming materials and verify shipments against packing documentation.
Coordinate with freight carriers and schedule pickups and deliveries.
Manage internal fleet activities and outside processing to keep materials moving efficiently.
Monitor shipping performance and identify opportunities for process improvements using Lean principles.
Maintain a clean organized and safe shipping department.
Collaborate with Production Quality Purchasing and Customer Service to meet customer expectations.
What Were Looking For
Preferred Qualifications
2 years of shipping receiving warehouse or logistics experience preferred.
Knowledge of shipping procedures and freight documentation.
Forklift experience or willingness to become certified.
Basic computer skills for shipping and inventory transactions.
Strong organizational skills attention to detail and ability to multitask.
Commitment to safety quality and teamwork.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand walk bend and move throughout the shift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work safely around forklifts shipping equipment and manufacturing operations.
Why Lakeland Manufacturing
Four-day work week (MondayThursday daylight schedule)
Competitive pay based on experience and skill level
$3000 Sign-on Bonus
Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Career growth opportunities within Lakeland Manufacturing and the Marmon family of companies
Stable team-oriented work environment backed by Berkshire Hathaway
Ready to Join the Team
If you enjoy hands-on work take pride in producing quality parts and want to build a long-term career with a growing manufacturer apply today.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Sponsorship for work authorization (e.g. H-1B green card etc.) is not available.
Lakeland Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex including sexual orientation and gender identity national origin disability protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
Required Experience:
IC