Shipping & Packaging Clerk

Job Description:

The Shipping & Packaging Clerk is responsible for expediting the movement of outgoing packages and freight. Packaging/crating of items that need to be shipped are some of the key responsibilities. The position reports to the Kitting and Bulk Packaging Supervisor.

Job Responsibilities:

• Unload and load various shipments via the use of a forklift or overhead crane.
• Package/Crate IPS products per company standards.
• Examines shipment contents and compares with records such as manifests or orders to verify accuracy.
• Directs or participates in cargo loading to ensure completeness of load.
• Must be able to work independently with little supervision.
• Work with all other departments as required.
• Assist in maintaining the highest quality of product provided by IPS.
• Perform other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as directed.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Entry level to three years in material handling role.
• Ability to work with hand tools for building and opening crates and packages.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks with a sense of urgency.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Well organized with an aptitude for details.
• Ability to stand or walk for the majority of the day and able to lift 50lbs. on a needed basis and up to 125lbs. with assistance.

Company Description:

Industrial Profile Systems, formerly MB Kit Systems, LLC, is the premium provider of engineering and design services utilizing our structural aluminum and modular components to create mechanical hardware solutions across a wide range of industries. Founded in 1996 and occupying 50,000+ sq. ft. in Akron, Ohio, we design, machine, and assemble custom machine base, table, and enclosure solutions. This vertical integration allows for quick turnaround times and the ability to produce custom solutions. Quality craftsmanship and innovative designs with a focus on customer service will allow for continued growth and market share. Visit our website at

Industrial Profile Systems (Akron, OH) is a division of WEISS North America, Inc. (Willoughby, OH).

WEISS is a high-quality manufacturer of cam, servo, and linear motor driven automation components. We supply the world with rotary index tables, palletized conveyors, linear motor driven pick and place units, cam and servo driven assembly chassis, ring index tables, and machine bases and tool plates. WEISS was founded over 55 years ago and is now the world leader in rotary indexing tables for assembly, welding, packaging, medical devices, and many other industries. We specialize in the highest quality craftsmanship and offer an industry leading four-year warranty. No matter if you need to rotate 100 tons or pick and place a 1 oz. part very accurately, WEISS has the solution. As the world leader in indexing/positioning tables we still have the most innovative designs and newest products. We also offer many other additional handling and positioning devices for your automation needs. Visit today. We have grown by more than 300% in the last ten years. Our growth is only limited by our desire and resources. We will achieve similar growth over the next five years.