• Shipping Clerk

    The Chicago Lighthouse (Chicago, IL)


    Shipping Clerk

    Job Details

    Job Location

     

    Chicago, IL

    Position Type

    Full Time

    Education Level

    High School/GED

     

    Salary Range

     

    $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly

     

    Travel Percentage

     

    None

     

    Job Shift

     

    Day

     

    Job Category

     

    Distribution - Shipping

    Job Description

    **STATEMENT OF PURPOSE** **:** Pick, fill and ship sales orders for various Lighthouse Industries products with an emphasis on accuracy and efficiency to meet the needs of our customers in a timely manner.

    SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

    + Pick, fill and ship sales orders for various Lighthouse Industries products.

    + Basic typing and computer skills are requiredas well as familiarity with sales order forms and other pertinent shipping documents.

    + Ability to ship products utilizing the UPS and FedEx computer software.

    + Assist in loading and unloading freight elevator and trucks.

    + Receive incoming shipments, process and verify incoming packing slips and accurately distribute incoming shipments.

    + Utilize and organize Shipping Department floor space to ensure that finished products are placed in designated areas.

    + Adhere to safety rules and procedures and provide a safe, clean and well-organized work environment.

    + Perform other duties as assigned.

    SPECIFICATIONS:

    + High school diploma or the equivalent combination of education and experience required.

    + One year of previous shipping experience preferred.

    + Ability to set priorities and work independently is required.

    + Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move pallets required on an intermittent basis.

    + Commitment to our mission of providing opportunities for people who are blind, visually impaired or multi-disabled is essential.

     

    Employee Benefits

    _BENEFIT PACKAGE UP TO AN ADDITIONAL 25% OF SALARY INCLUDING:_

    + 10 days paid vacation

    + 12 paid holidays

    + 6 sick days accrued over the year

    + Insurance Eligibility the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment

    + Medical (~65% covered by the Chicago Lighthouse), dental and vision insurance offered

    + Short/long term disability

    + Life insurance 2x salary

    + Employee recognition events

    + Company matched 401(k) plan

    + Reasonably priced delicious food options on site (except at Glenview location)

     

    The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired is an Equal Opportunity Employer in full compliance with local, state, and federal Civil Rights & Affirmative Action laws. The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired maintains a strong policy of accommodation and a consistent practice of employing qualified individuals with disabilities. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, sexual orientation, military status, order of protection status or unfavorable discharge from military service.