What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Assistant I position at Cayman Chemical?
Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Cayman Chemical Company supplies scientists worldwide with the resources necessary for advancing human and animal health. We offer a vast product catalog that is constantly growing to meet the needs of our clients. Additionally, we provide service programs that include comprehensive solutions to drive clients’ projects to completion.
Our mission is to make research possible. That starts by employing a talented and highly qualified group of experts that develop the tools to support research scientists.
Currently, we are looking to add a Shipping Assistant I (8:30 AM to 5:00 PM SHIFT) to the team:
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Review pick tickets for accuracy, pull inventory, and pack shipments with efficiency and accuracy while complying with standard operation procedures
- Prepare international and domestic packages with appropriate labeling and documentation according to protocols
- Communicate with the customer service and inventory departments regarding orders
- Document accurate and detailed records and database entries
- Organize and maintain shipping paperwork for products
- Organize and maintain an adequate amount of shipping supplies
- Investigate, trace, and resolve problem shipment cases
- Ensure quality control levels when preparing and shipping packages
Requirements:
- Education: High School Diploma
- Experience: 1-2 years relevant work experience
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office
- Experience with carrier software is a plus (FedEx, DHL Easyship, UPS Worldship)
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift 60 pounds
- Availability to work on-site in Ann Arbor during normal business hours (8:30 AM to 5:00 PM SHIFT)
- Demonstrate Cayman’s Core Values – Integrity, Collaboration, People, Learning, and Excellence
What we Provide:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Generous paid time-off (4 weeks) for vacations, sick and/or personal reasons
- Over 10 paid holidays per year, including the week of 12/24 through 1/1
- 401(k) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Debt Payment Program
- Life and disability insurance plans
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care (FSA)
- Fun employee events all year long
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Casual dress
- Onsite Gym Facility