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What We Do
What began in Nick Tacony’s basement as a post-war, start-up company 80 years ago has since grown into an internationally recognized global products company with 8 locations, 300+ employees, and successful sales in over 100 countries. Now operating under experienced 3rd generation family leadership, Tacony Corporation (“Tacony”) is ready to write its next chapter as a distributor, manufacturer, wholesaler, and marketer of diverse and innovative products in the sewing, home floor care, and commercial cleaning marketplace. We aren't just looking for anybody, we are dedicated to finding someone who enjoys what they do, enjoys the people they work with and for, and want to be part of a growth oriented, people first, purposeful organization that is dedicated to the customer, and its mission and vision.
What You'll Do
- Pack, seal, label and affix proper postage to items being shipped; these actions may require the use of hand tools, power tools, postage meter, computer and other similar devices.
- Examine contents and compares with records (such as manifests or orders) to verify accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments
- Record shipment data such as weight, charges, space availability, damages & discrepancies, for record-keeping purposes
- Determine shipping method for materials, using knowledge of shipping procedures, route and rates
- Contact carrier representative to make arrangements and to issue instruction for shipping and delivery of materials
- Pull shipment from pick ticket
- Communicate with established representatives to resolve problems such as damages, shortages, nonconformance to specifications
- Deliver or route materials to departments using work devices such as hand-truck conveyor, sorting bins or fork truck as needed
- Assist with inventory control and cycle counting as assigned
- Cross train to work in all areas of the distribution process
What You'll Need
- High school diploma required
- Experience in a manufacturing/distribution environment and understanding of general manufacturing process and flows, preferred
- Must exhibit a strong attention to detail, positive attitude, team spirit, and a willingness to learn
- Must complete forklift training and certification
- Must be able to stand, walk, kneel or crouch for long periods of time, lift up to 70 pounds
- Ability to bend, stoop, twist, pull, walk, stretch, reach or lift over head
What We Offer
As an employee at Tacony, you receive more than just a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes performance-based incentives, comprehensive medical/dental/vision programs with health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) options, on-site workout center, as well as company paid life insurance, a generous paid time off (PTO) program including paid holidays and a volunteer day, and a rich 401K with employer matching contribution!
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