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Fabric Development Inc.
Shipping/Receiving Associate
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What they do
A Shipping or Receiving Clerk tracks all incoming and/or outgoing shipments at a company facility and checks that shipment orders are filled correctly. Uses scanning equipment to track inventory. Works in receiving to check shipments that are primarily production materials or company supplies, or checks outgoing shipments of finished products.
$40,602 / year median in Pennsylvania
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Shipping / Receiving Associate
- This position receives raw materials and ships finished goods.
- Providing necessary information to supervisors regarding any issues regarding the raw materials, or finished goods or shipping instructions Other duties as required by management Knowledge and Skills Cultural awareness and sensitivity English Language
- Demonstrates oral and written comprehension and expression of the English language. Demonstrates reading comprehension with knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words; rules of composition, and grammar. Computers and Electronics
- Knowledge of computer hardware and software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Active listening
- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Critical Thinking
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Speaking
- Talking to others to convey information effectively Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects. Certified to operate a forklift Work Environment / Physical Requirements Indoors
- This position is located in the Production Plant. The typical work day is sitting for long periods of time Employee must be able to bend, stretch, and lift up to 50 lbs. Duration of a Typical Work Week
- 1st Shift Monday to Friday Work Styles Importance of Being Accurate
- This job requires a high level of accuracy with an attention to details. Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks Integrity
- Job requires being honest and ethical Cooperation
- Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude Adaptability/Flexibility
- Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace Dependability
- Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations Independence
- Job requires developing the ability to get things done with little or no supervision. Initiative
- Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges as assigned. Face-to-Face Discussions
- This position requires face-to-face discussions with plant personnel. Self-Control
- Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Stress Tolerance
- Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.