Shipping/Receiving Clerk

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do :

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world.

We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future.

Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Facilitates the shipment of goods produced and the receiving of goods and supplies to be used in the production / storage of goods destined for sale to our customer base through clerical and physical tasks associated with shipping goods and receiving incoming shipments.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :

• Coordinate timely pick-up arrangements with carriers specified on the customer’s purchase order for outbound shipments
• Maintain adequate supply of shipping materials on hand at all times.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Count, label and complete inventory sheets for outbound inventory.
• Verify the accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipment packing slips and record shipment data, including weight, charges, and space availability.
• Unload trucks.
• Receive and unpack materials and supplies.
• Report damages and discrepancies for accounting, reimbursement and record-keeping purposes, and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor
• Complete and maintain accurate shipping and receiving reports.
• Operate forklift or other material handling equipment to position outbound shipments or incoming materials.
• Ensure work area is clean and organized and perform daily housekeeping duties
• Routinely life and move packages and shipments in staging for shipment or delivery inbound materials to respective department
• Accesses computer on a daily basis for email, internet information and use documents to create entries and maintain an electronic log of incoming and outgoing package
• Coordinate carrier pick up and generate shipping labels for outbound shipments according to shipping method
• Select appropriate carriers / truckers to fill needs, both domestic and international and complete necessary shipping documentation
• Track shipments as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year of previous shipping / receiving experience. Related experience in a manufacturing environment a plus.
• Minimum one year previous forklift experience; other material handling equipment a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the function of the job
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations as related to shipping and receiving
• Familiarity with packing slips, receipt of goods, purchase orders is a must.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Internet, and various carrier websites in scheduling shipments online. Experience with UPS / FEDEX online software is desirable
• Must be able to fill out bills of lading and be familiar with various forms that are used and required by the major freight carriers.
• Must be capable of estimating weight, and use that information to calculate the cost of shipping.
• Must be familiar with proper packaging methods and able to interpret visual aids used to convey specific packaging requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change and changing priorities
• Keen Attention to detail

SALARY RANGE : $20.50 - 22.50 / hour

• Acts as the leader of all sourcing processes to ensure the cross functional business teams are efficient and effective in executing projects.
• Will create and manage the sourcing project funnel and lead the Council on Material cost reduction to ensure coordination between NPI and VAVE activities.
• Ensure company policies are followed.
• Enforce company safety policies.
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and / or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include : close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Watts in it for you :

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity / paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here :

How we work :

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other.

Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.