Shipping Associate- FL Certified

About the role

The Shipping Associate – FL Certified prepares and processes customer orders accurately, safely, and on time. This role verifies items and quantities, packs and labels shipments, follows carrier and company procedures, and uses powered industrial trucks (PIT) when trained and authorized. The associate helps maintain accurate shipping records and an organized, safe work area.

What you’ll do

• Pick up completed orders and verify item numbers, quantities, and order information before shipment.
• Scan and confirm order details in the WMS.
• Pack products securely using the correct cartons, packing materials, and handling procedures.
• Print and apply shipping labels and documentation, checking that they match the order and carrier requirements.
• Stage shipments in the correct area for carrier pickup and meet established shipping cutoffs.
• Operate forklifts and other PIT only when trained, evaluated, certified, and authorized for the specific equipment.
• Complete required equipment inspections before use and report unsafe equipment or conditions.
• Follow shipping procedures, SOPs, carrier requirements, and safety guidelines.
• Report order discrepancies, damaged products, system issues, and shipment delays to the lead or supervisor.
• Keep the shipping area clean, organized, and free of obstructions.
• Work cooperatively with picking, packing, receiving, and other operations teams.

Success measures

• Shipping accuracy: Maintain at least 99.5% accuracy for items, quantities, labels, and shipment documentation, based on audits or shipping corrections.
• Timeliness: Process at least 98% of assigned orders by established carrier or shipping cutoffs.
• Packing quality: Keep product damage attributable to packing at or below 0.5% of shipments.
• Productivity: Meet established productivity expectations while maintaining required accuracy and quality.
• Safety and PIT compliance: Complete 100% of required equipment pre-use inspections and follow applicable PIT, PPE, and safe-work procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior warehouse or shipping experience is a plus.
• Basic computer and RF scanner skills.
• Ability to read and interpret product numbers, quantities, labels, and written work instructions in English.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• NetSuite experience is a plus.
• Current forklift certification or ability to complete the Company’s required PIT training and evaluation.
• Ability to safely operate applicable equipment, such as sit-down or stand-up forklifts, cherry pickers, or deep-reach trucks, after training and authorization.

Physical demands

This role involves standing, walking, reaching, bending, balancing, and repetitive motion throughout an 8-hour shift. It requires manual dexterity, mobility, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently. The work may involve varying environmental conditions, safety equipment, and loud noise.

Reasonable accommodation statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the State of Texas, it is the policy of Frank Kent Enterprises LTD to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodation apply to all aspects of employment, including the application process.

Work Environment: Distribution Center, on site
Schedule: Day Shift, Full Time - either 6 AM - 3 PM or 8 AM - 5PM

May occasionally require weekends or overtime

Classification: Non-Exempt   

Salary/Hourly: Hourly

Department: Operations

Reports To: Shipping Supervisor

Pay: $19.00 per hour, plus a $2.00 per hour forklift differential upon successful completion of the training period and forklift certification.

About Southwest Accessory Group

Southwest Accessories Group is committed to being the premier supplier of accessories by serving our customers with precision, responsiveness, and integrity. We fulfill their needs in an accurate and seamless manner, grounded in a culture of excellence and grit.

We strive to be the employer of choice by fostering a workplace where every individual feels valued and empowered. Through clear goals, strong communication, and aligned purpose, we provide meaningful opportunities for professional growth and personal worth.

We are dedicated to maintaining an efficient and profitable organization, ensuring long-term value creation for our owners through principled leadership and operational alignment. Our employees, our customers, and our community are our most valuable assets. It is our responsibility to provide a professional atmosphere based on sound business ethics, honesty and integrity.

Benefits

·         Day Shift (No Overnights)

·         Paid Holidays

·         401(k) Plan w/ match

·         Full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability and supplemental plans.

·         PTO & Sick Time