Peabody Engineering LLC is an innovative and diverse company that manufactures molded-plastic liquid storage tanks and related products. Founded in 1952, it has been under current management since 1982. Peabody Engineering is committed to a healthy company culture, a great work environment, and a genuine concern for its employees.
JOB TITLE: Shipping Processor
BASED: Peabody Engineering LLC. 230 Financial Blvd, Liberty, SC 29657
JOB STATUS: Full Time and Non-Exempt
POSITION REPORTS TO: Director of Operations
SCHEDULE: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:00 pm, with additional hours as needed. Overtime must be pre-approved by management.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Shipping Processor is responsible for the final inspection, packaging, staging, and preparation of finished products for shipment. This role serves as a critical quality checkpoint, ensuring all products meet company and customer specifications before leaving the facility. The Shipping Processor works closely with production, warehouse, and shipping personnel to ensure accurate, damage-free, and on-time deliveries while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
1–3 years of experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or shipping environment preferred.Previous shipping and receiving experience required.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision.Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds.Ability to work collaboratively and maintain positive working relationships.Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment, or willingness to obtain certification through company training.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Collaborate with team members to achieve and exceed production, quality, and shipping goals.Adhere to all company policies, safety regulations, work instructions, and quality standards.Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other material-handling equipment.Perform final inspections of products before shipment to verify quality and accuracy.Package finished products using appropriate methods and materials to ensure maximum protection during transit and compliance with customer requirements.Accurately prepare, label, and stage shipments for carrier pickup.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company housekeeping standards.Attend required meetings, training sessions, and departmental communications.Maintain regular and reliable attendance and communicate schedule changes promptly.Work overtime as required to support production and customer delivery commitments.RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Maintain shipping, pallet, and dock areas in a clean, organized, and operational condition.Monitor and replenish packaging materials, pallets, crates, straps, wraps, and other shipping supplies.Construct custom pallets, crates, boxes, and protective packaging according to customer specifications and company work instructions.Verify that all kits, components, accessories, and documentation are included with shipments as required.Ensure pick sheets, packing lists, shipping labels, and other required documentation are accurately completed and attached to shipments.Perform shipment verification activities to confirm product quantities, configurations, and shipping information are accurate before release.Assist with loading and unloading trucks while following all safety procedures.Coordinate with shipping personnel and freight carriers to ensure products are loaded, secured, and transported in a manner that minimizes risk of damage.Support inventory accuracy through proper handling, identification, and movement of materials.Cross-train in related warehouse and shipping functions to provide operational flexibility and support business needs.Identify opportunities for process improvements and communicate recommendations to management.Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and quality management system requirements.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Routinely required to stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, lift, and reach, Requires the essential use of hands, speech, eyesight, and hearing.Lifting to 50 lbs. independently and utilizing moving equipment for heavier items.Vision requirements include close and distance, color, and peripheral and depth vision.Noise level for this work environment is moderate.Ability to operate warehouse moving equipment safelyWORKING CONDITIONS:
Work performed primarily on the production floor, frequently operating machinery.May involve elevated temperatures and moderate to high noise levels.Requires both independent and collaborative work in production teams.BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 125 Plan, 401(k) Plan with Employer Match, Paid time off. For a complete listing of benefits, see the Benefit Summary in Human Resources.
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