Lead Material Handler

Bigelow Tea is the number one specialty tea company in the United States. We are a family-owned and operated business and a Certified B Corporation. Being a certified B Corp officially recognizes a commitment that has been part of the company’s DNA since it was founded 80 years ago. Our purpose has always been about much more than making profits. We are committed to good citizenship, ethical business practices, accountability, transparency, protecting the environment, sustainability and supporting our communities.

We pride ourselves in caring about each and every one of our employees. We have a long-term outlook and are constantly working to create an environment that inspires people to make positive contributions every day. Bigelow is currently looking for a select, talented individual, that shares our values, to join our growing team

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for assigning and overseeing all shipping and receiving duties.
• Ensure all required reports are accurately completed and processed.
• Ensure customer orders and inter-company transfers are completed.
• Assist Customer Service when required to trace shipments, and/or track and correct shipping errors.
• Ensure smooth dock flow and assist with forklift duties as needed.
• Work with freight carriers to solve delivery problems, lost freight, etc.
• Ensure that all small package orders utilize the small package manifest system.
• Conduct cycle counts of finished and raw material products.
• Operate computer-related inventory equipment, both RF and keyboard.
• Assist in development and implementation of shipping and receiving training programs.
• Follow R.C. Bigelow’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
• Comply with RC Bigelow Safety and Health Rules
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed

Additional

• Ability to train personnel in all the above
• Ability to learn computer related work requirements
• Ability to learn proper operation of forklift and pass required driving examination

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)

one year previous experience in shipping, receiving or material handling operations or equivalent;

one to three years related experience in a team leadership role within a fast-paced environment where decision making and management of multiple tasks was required, computer related experience, knowledge of UPS, Fed Ex systems, forklift license preferred but will train.

LANGUAGE

SKILLS:

Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively relate necessary information to applicable personnel. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

MATHEMATICAL

SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to understand and apply written, verbal, and visual instructions. Uses sound judgment and practical problem-solving skills to address routine situations involving multiple factors while following established procedures and guidelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIROMENT:

The work environment characteristics described…