Shipper 1

IKO group; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Chester seeks a shipping team member responsible for coordinating load documents and safe loading of materials. The role requires safe forklift operations and strong communication skills. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent, and must be authorized to work in the UK. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, emphasizing teamwork and safety in the workplace.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health care

Commitment to teamwork

Qualifications

• Must have some computer skills.
• Must be able to pass forklift certification.
• Must be able to lift 76lbs unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Create a load/pick slip for carrier.
• Safely operate a sit down forklift.
• Communicate with drivers regarding loading.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

Job description

Shipper-1 page is loaded## Shipper-1locations: Chester - Cedarhursttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-12357**IKO Industries Ltd.** is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!**Job Description****Job Description Summary:** One of the key roles of the shipping team member is to be cross trained to coordinate and print the load/ pick documents for the outbound carriers. They will also assure safe loading of materials to be shipped to our customers. Must be committed to safe forklift operations and have the ability to work from a load/ pick document.**Key Responsibilities:*** Create a load/ pick slip for carrier to bring to shipping department.* Ability to safely operate a sit down forklift while maintaining a valid forklift certification.* Must be comfortable working outside in the elements.* Communicate with the drivers to ensure the accuracy of the load as well as safety requirements for loading materials.* Ability to identify from the load/ pick list the product to be loaded.* Instruct and guide the truck drivers where they need to go in order to be safely loaded.* Must be willing to cross train in other duties in the shipping department.* Must adhere to all of IKO safety policies and procedure.* Exceptional attendance including working every day, on time as scheduled* Other duties as assigned**Qualifications:*** High school diploma or GED required.* Must be legally authorized to work in the US.* Must have some computer skills. WMS preferred.* Must be able to pass a forklift certification class and test.* Must be able to read a load/ pick list.* Must be able to work overtime as necessary, which may include weekends.* Must be able to pass a fit for duty physical including drug testing and background check.* Must be able to lift 76lbs. unassisted.**Benefits of Employment:** IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.**Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment:** IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.