Shipping Associate

ACARA Solutions and our client in Scottsdale, AZ have 2 contract-to-hire positions available

• As a Shipping Associate, you'll perform manual and clerical shipping duties such as determining proper carrier and route and preparing paperwork for shipments.
• Your clear communication skills will enable you to process outgoing shipments effectively, follow shipping practices and procedures, and route, track, and process shipments using the computer system.
• Processes outgoing shipments.
• Packages product for shipment by determining proper packaging and cushioning.
• Uses computer system for routing, tracking, and processing of shipments.
• Follows shipping practices and procedures.
• Verifies quantity, weight, and conformance of materials to stated identifications.
• Communicates clearly with coworkers, planners, material managers, and internal customers.
• Helps set and work toward team goals.
• prioritizes individual daily activities.
• Supports continuous improvement activities.
• Actively participates in meetings.
• Lifts heavy items and may operate power industrial vehicles.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Shipping Associate.

• General knowledge of shipping activities/processes.
• Detailed focused.
• General Knowledge of computer skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals within one's department.
• Ability to obtain or provide information or data requiring explanation or interpretation.
• Ability to work in a team environment to ensure all objectives are met for the work group.
• Clear supervision and instructions for routine work, and detailed instructions for new activities or special assignments.
• Clear organizational skills.
• Clear customer service skills.
• Collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage time and priorities.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be needed to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person,' as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.