Since 1992 our mission has been to see premium exquisite teas steaming in the cups of men, women, and children everywhere, and to emphasize a Sip by Sip Rather Than Gulp by Gulp lifestyle. The Republic of Tea offers more than 300 premium teas, herbs, bottled iced teas and nature-inspired sipware. A socially and environmentally responsible business, The Republic of Tea is a debt-free, family-owned business dedicated to sharing our prosperity by developing products to support worthy philanthropic organizations as well as provide learning and growth opportunities for our Employees internally referred to as Ministers. Join our TEAm and enjoy a collaborative work environment, opportunities to grow your professional network, and become part of the tea revolution!
Job Summary/Purpose
Our shipping department performs picking of orders, packing products for shipping, and shipping confirmation. Individuals will be cross-trained in all areas of the pick and packing department Shipping confirmation is done throughout the workday.
Day Shift - Monday - Friday, Hours 9am - 5:30pm.
Major Responsibilities/Activities
Induct orders on the automated pick carts following light assignments and shipping invoices.
Accurately pick orders according to product assignment on automated pick cart, scan item verifying lot and accuracy, review item during pick process auditing for quality, follow light assignment on automated cart to place in the correct customer shipping container, complete all picks for each automated cart assigned, move to the next meeting point to begin picking another automated cart.
Accurately pack product for shipment, placing orders in a safe manner for successful delivery. Add in necessary packing material, over wraps and postcards, properly tape box, place shipment label, load box on conveyor takeaway for end of line loading.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
High School diploma or GED preferred (not required)
Manual dexterity to pick and pack single items and case lots
Ability to lift 50 lbs. multiple times daily
Ability to push 50 lbs. from pack station to shipping conveyor multiple times daily
Able to stand or walk for long periods of time up to 12 hours a day
Expected to perform all inducting, picking, and packing jobs to ensure proper job rotation and minimize repetitive motion
Attention to detail
Attendance goal of 2 or less unscheduled absences a year.
Basic Reading and Math Skills
Able to work with minimal supervision
Able to work under pressure
Must perform work with a sense of urgency
Complete orders with speed and accuracy
Ability to gain a general knowledge of computers and the ERP system
Expectation of zero accidents/injuries of all employees. Be able to identify and correct unsafe practices.
Minimal forklift experience preferred.
The Republic of Tea is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Distribution and Supply Chain
Industries
Truck Transportation
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