Employer Description:

Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Shipping Associate I/Senior/Lead is responsible for preparing and shipping orders for customers or transfers.

Supervision Responsibility:

None

Essential Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time.

• Pick, pack and label orders for shipment
• Prepare domestic and international shipping documents for LTL, FTL and small parcel shipments per customer requirements
• Schedule shipping/receiving activities with transportation providers for pick up/delivery
• Unload and load trailers
• Communicate closely with purchasing, sales, and quality
• Handle basic administrative duties such as data entry and archive records
• Maintain inventory and storage areas in organized and efficient manner
• Work with various systems and scanning technology (ERP, WMS, UPS/FedEx, TMS, bar tender, etc.)
• Participate in inventory counts and reconciliations
• Look for and facilitate process improvements
• Operate a reach truck, forklift or other material handling equipment
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Shipping Associate I

Shipping Associate I is the entry-level classification in the Shipping Associate series and is intended for individuals with a minimum of 0 years related work experience. As experience and proficiency are gained, assignments will become more varied and difficult; supervision become more general rather than direct.

This level requires knowledge and competent demonstration of the following within 6 (six) months of hire:

• Pick, Pack and label orders
• Cycle Counting
• Proper PPE requirements for the area
• Processing Orders via UPS/FedEx
• Ability to use handheld

This level requires the following certifications be initiated within six (6) months of hire:

• Forklift certification (Sit down),

The Shipping Associate I receives close instruction or assistance and is fully aware of the operating procedures and policies associated with the department.

Shipping Associate II

This is the next level of the Shipping Associate series and is required to have a minimum of 2 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:

• LTL/FTL Shipment Setup and Completion
• Knowledge of ERP system for all shipping processes
• Customer Shipping Requirements and Standards

This level requires the following certifications:

• Forklift Certification (Sit down, Stand up), 49 CFR training,

Shipping Associate II performs broader range of duties, proven skillset to fully perform Shipping Associate responsibilities, more technically complex tasks, expected to set an example of professional efficiency, and provide technical direction to less experienced staff.

Senior Shipping Associate

This is the next level of the Shipping Associate series and is required to have a minimum of 3-4 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:

• TMS (Transportation Management System) Knowledge for LTL/FTL shipments
• Knowledge of Customer Portals and ability to route shipments properly though them for pickup
• Ability to Process Internation documentation (SLI’s, USMCA and required Labels)

This level requires the following certifications:

• Forklift Certification (Sit down, Stand up, Swing Reach) 49 CFR training, OSHA Training

Senior Shipping Associate performs a broader range of duties, proven skillset to fully perform Shipping Associate responsibilities, more technically complex tasks, expected to set an example of professional efficiency, and provide technical direction to less experienced staff.

Lead Shipping Associate

This is the lead level of the Shipping Associate series and requires a minimum of 5 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:

• TMS troubleshooting and Carrier Quoting
• Containerization Shipping
• Work Planning and Process Oversight
• End of Day/End of Month Processes

This level requires the following certifications:

• Forklift, 49 CFR Training, OSHA training

Lead Shipping Associate perform broader skilled work and specialize in one trade or craft but perform work in a variety of disciplines.

­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Employment Standards

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSA’s) required.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Knowledge of UPS & FED EX shipping
• Knowledge of ERP or WMS system
• Skilled in Coordination with freight forwarders, direct customers and international documents
• Skilled in Forklift driving, Loading and unloading trucks
• Ability to Work OT as needed,
• Ability to Ability to multi-task, organize, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.

Hiring Range:

Between $18/hour - $28.25/hour

Benefits:

Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!

Additional Considerations:

• Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability
• Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's
• All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background screening
• Accepting applications through August 31, 2025. Applications will be reviewed as received and on-going interviews will be conducted as necessary.