Shipping Specialist I
Portland, OR - USA
Job Summary
At Columbia were as passionate about the outdoors as you are. And while our gear is available worldwide were proud to be based in the Pacific Northwest where natural wonders are our playground.
Every product we make and every task we undertake is inspired by the famous words of our founder Gert Boyle: Its perfect. Now make it better. As pioneers of relentless improvement we are constantly evolving.
We believe the outdoors is ours to protect and strive to keep our planet healthy. We believe in empowering people to experience the outdoors to the fullest.
And we believe in you.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Shipping Specialist is a versatile member of Columbia Sportswears Facilities team providing support across Shipping & Receiving the Resource Center and Front Desk operations at our Portland headquarters. This role helps ensure employees visitors and business partners receive exceptional service while supporting the day-to-day operations that keep our campus running smoothly. Approximately 40% of the role supports Shipping & Receiving operations 40% supports Resource Center services and 20% supports Front Desk coverage.
In this highly visible role youll interact with employees across the organization process shipments and deliveries support print and mail operations and assist visitors and guests. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety takes pride in providing great service and thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two days are exactly alike.
HOW YOULL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Support shipping and receiving operations by receiving scanning logging and delivering inbound packages while processing outbound domestic and international shipments.
- Drive company vehicles to deliver packages mail and materials between Columbia campus locations.
- Support the Resource Center by producing printed materials processing mailings operating print and finishing equipment and assisting with special project requests.
- Operate printing mailing and finishing equipment to deliver high-quality materials that support teams across the business.
- Provide front desk coverage by greeting visitors answering phones assisting with visitor sign-in procedures and directing guests in a professional and courteous manner.
- Collaborate with teammates across Facilities Services to provide backup support and maintain high service standards.
YOU ARE
- Customer-focused and committed to delivering excellent service.
- Organized and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Adaptable and comfortable shifting between responsibilities throughout the day.
- A strong communicator who enjoys working with a wide variety of people.
- Dependable self-motivated and a collaborative team player.
YOU HAVE
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in shipping and receiving office services print services facilities support customer service reception administrative support or a related environment.
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications including Outlook Word and Excel.
- A valid drivers license and an insurable driving record.
- The ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting shipping receiving mailroom print services or office services operations.
- Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Photoshop Illustrator InDesign or similar software.
- Experience operating print mailing or shipping systems and equipment.
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This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities but constitutes a general definition of the positions scope and function in the company.
Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process please notify your recruiter.At Columbia Sportswear Company were proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical social/emotional financial career and community. Benefits that can protect your familys financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical dental vision life Insurance disability flexible spending accounts health savings account and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident critical illness hospital indemnity and legal services). In addition Columbia offers EAP which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits employee discounts and a generous time off program available.If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application please reach out to with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.Required Experience:
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About Company
Founded in 1938, Columbia brand apparel, footwear, accessories, equipment, and employees have earned a global reputation for innovation, quality and performance, keeping activity enthusiasts and explorers in more than 100 countries, warm, dry, cool and protected year-round. Columbia S ... View more