ABOUT TAB:Travis Association for the Blind/Austin Lighthouse (TAB) a non-profit organization, was founded in 1934 by Dr. Henry L. Hilgartner and other civic-minded citizens of Austin to provide a setting where blind men and women could come to learn skills and create products that were sold door to door.Today, Travis Association for the Blind stays true to the mission established in 1934 by providing opportunities for economic and personal independence for people who are blind, visually impaired, or deaf blind by creating, sustaining, and improving employment. We continue to grow and expand the services we provide to blind Texans.Our Core Values guide us in everything we do: LIGHT: Leadership, Integrity, Growth & Innovation, Heart, and Teamwork. TAB offers a variety of benefits to include: 403(b) retirement plan; health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance; employee assistance program; life insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; employee appreciation events; and more. ResponsibilitiesCoordinates with San Diego ContractSuccessful candidate will build TL/LTL freight shipments for third party Logistics (3PL Distribution)Coordination of all activities with Supply Lead, Wave Planner, and warehouse ManagerVerify orders are accurately filled using RF Gun and compare items and quantities of products gathered for shipment and documents and the automated warehouse management systemEnsure shipments are properly packed and properly identified with shipping informationPrepare, process, and keep records of shipments , e.g. manifest bill of ladingManage operating supplies and equipmentPrepare periodic activity reports to share information with managementRequirementsVerifiable high school diploma or GED equivalent Prefer 2 to 3yrs experience in warehouse logisticsAbility to operate manual and electric pallet jacks, and also become forklift certified within the company and achieve certification within 30 days.Strong organizational and math skillsProficiency in the use of computers including good working skills with MS word, MS Excel, email and the internetA working knowledge of general warehouse management software will be a plus- current software used is Manhattan ScaleSkillsThe incumbent most demonstrate the following skillsTeam building skillsEffective verbal and listening communication skillsAttention to detail and high level of accuracyVery effective organizational skillsStrong communication skills a mustPersonal AttributesBe honest and trustworthyBe respectfulBe FlexibleDemonstrate sound work ethicProfessionalismPhysical DemandsBe able to meet the physical demands of the positionAbility to be in a stationary position (stand/sit) for 4-8 hoursHave strong dexterity capabilities to grasp, assemble, and manipulate objectsAbility to stand for 7-8 hours per dayAbility to lift/move up to 10-35 lbs. at timesAbility to bend, stoop, squat, adjust position for 50% of timeAbility to work in extreme conditions with varying temperature, including cold and/or heat ADDITIONAL NOTES:Background Check and Drug Screen requiredInternal and external applicants acceptedVerifiable documentation of ability to work in the US Individuals who are blind or visually impaired are encouraged to apply TRAVIS ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND, A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYERTAB provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetics or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, TAB complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.EEO is the law. To review your rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, please visit: www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
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