Driver/Shipping Clerk

Lahlouh’s business model is built on solving end to end supply chain problems not simply processing transactional print orders. Lahlouh is a partner that focuses on developing collaborative, comprehensive solutions that endeavor to meet all the communication needs of our clients’ dynamic and evolving marketplaces.

Lahlouh's mission is to provide the highest quality, most cost-effective business communications solutions available.

Core capabilities include:

• Sheet-fed offset print • Fulfillment / Distribution logistics

• Dynamic digital print • Packaging Design

• Mailing • Marketing promotions

• Full service bindery and assembly • Promotions

• Online Solutions

Position: Driver/Shipping Clerk

Reports to: Shipping Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Shipping

Location/Shift: Monroe, OH/1st Shift

Essential Function:

Process domestic and international shipments, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, in a timely and cost-effective manner while meeting strict deadlines. The Driver/Shipping Clerk f acilitates the day-to-day needs and requirements of the Shipping Department by loading and unloading assigned vehicle, pick up and deliver product to/from clients and vendors all over the Greater Cincinnati Area.

Experience:

• Minimum 1-3 years professional driving experience (box and/or cargo van) preferred
• General equipment knowledge of box and/or cargo vans, lift equipment, forklifts and pallet jacks (certifications may be required)
• Minimum 1-2 years shipping experience preferred, including experience with Power Industrial Trucks (certification a plus), pallet jacks (manual and/or electric) and other material handling equipment
• Knowledge of LTL & International shipment processing a plus
• Knowledge of Fed Ex & UPS shipping systems, including online applications (e.g. FedEx Ship- Manager and UPS World-Ship)
• Experience with processing batch shipment labels for FedEx Ship-Manager and UPS World-Ship applications

Job Duties and General Expectations:

• Excellent eye for detail
• Highly motivated with a positive attitude and ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to multi- task
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Communicate effectively with manufacturing personnel
• Have a strong working knowledge of PC platform and MS Office (Excel, Word)
• Keep accurate and complete daily records for data collection
• Meet company and departmental standards, including: Customer Requirements, Compliance, Safety, Quality, etc.
• Follow Lahlouh ISO Quality Procedures and Work Instructions, and complete forms and checklists as necessary
• Follow Lahlouh policies outlined in the company handbook
• Work overtime and weekends, as business needs dictate
• Perform other duties as required
• Attend department and company meetings
• Assist in training new and temporary employees

Position Specific Skills & Competencies:

• Follow team leader instructions for Shipping processes
• Comfortable with all aspects of the manufacturing workflow
• Comfortable with general aspects of Mailing / Post Office requirements
• Count, stack, box, label, transport material appropriately
• Oversee Helper(s) as required
• Ability to process shipments for a variety of shipping carriers and meet all deadlines/cut offs
• Keep trucks, jobs and shipping floor clean and organized
• Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to operate Power Industrial Trucks push/pull loaded pallet jacks and/or rolling carts (certification may be required)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and 75 pounds on occasion
• Clean DMV record
• General Knowledge of Greater Cincinnati Area (for driving routes)
• Knowledge of shipping systems (FedEx, UPS)

Education:

• High school graduate/GED