Shipping Associate

A. O. Smith Corporation

Shipping Associate preparing and executing daily shipping activities at A. O.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeAppleton • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executing daily shipping activities, including picking, packing, labeling, and coordinating outbound shipments while ensuring compliance and accuracy. Strong ability to manage priorities, work independently, and maintain effective communication within a team environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Shipping Activities ExecutionOrder Detail PreparationDocumentation VerificationWarehouse Management System (WMS)Interpersonal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

PickingPackingLabelingStagingShipping CoordinationDocumentation ManagementSafety ComplianceTime ManagementMultitaskingDetail Orientation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationCustomer Service OrientationDependabilityFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

SAPWarehouse Management System (WMS)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Outbound ShipmentsBills of Lading (BOL)Quality ChecksShipping RequirementsFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for preparing and executing daily shipping activities including picking, packing, labeling, staging, and coordinating outbound shipments to ensure accuracy, compliance, and on-time delivery.
Prioritize and organize daily workload
Prepare order detail sheets for packing
Pick required materials and request materials as needed
Pack orders according to order detail sheets
Coordinate with pack line lead or coordinator when quality checks are required
Label cartons and pallets to meet shipping requirements
Finalize pallet/carton wrapping and stage shipments in assigned outbound locations
Coordinate daily pickups with material handlers and carriers
Provide order details and Bills of Lading (BOLs) to the coordinator upon shipment pickup
Maintain continuous communication with the shipping and warehouse team
Verify all outgoing shipments include required documentation (BOL, commercial invoice, pack slip, placards, PRO numbers)
Identify when assistance is needed to avoid shipping delays
Utilize required safety equipment and follow safety procedures
Comply with all safety, quality, and procedural requirements
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of six (6) months of related work experience or training
SAP knowledge preferred but not required
Warehouse Management System (WMS) preferred
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, weekends, or holidays
Customer service oriented
Strong time management and multitasking skills
Dependable and detail oriented
Ability to manage priorities and multiple responsibilities
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Limited exposure to dust and loud noises

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance
Company-sponsored life insurance
Retirement security savings plan
Short- and long-term disability programs
Tuition assistance