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This is a hands-on, physically demanding role that requires regular lifting of heavy boxes and the safe use of material handling equipment such as pallet jacks. On-the-job training will be provided.\nThe Shipping Associate will work onsite daily at Protective's La Mesa, CA office\nSchedule: Full-Time, Monday- Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm, or 8:00am - 5:00pm PST (onsite daily)\nCompensation: $20.00 - $30.00 hourly. Comprehensive Benefits Package offered!\nApplicants with warehouse, shipping, or manual labor experience will be considered for interview\nApplicants who have familiarity with pallet jacks and warehouse/inventory processes will be considered for interview\nThis position requires the ability to handle a fast-paced, high stress environment with great organization and attention to detail\nJob Summary & Objective:\nThe Shipping Associate will be responsible for picking, packing, and preparing orders for shipment, as well as handling general warehouse tasks. This is a hands-on, physically demanding role that requires regular lifting of heavy boxes and the safe use of material handling equipment such as pallet jacks. On-the-job training will be provided.\nEssential Functions:\nPrepares and processes outgoing shipments according to company and carrier requirements\nVerifies the accuracy of shipping orders, labels, and documentation before dispatching\nSelects appropriate shipping methods and carriers to ensure cost-effective and timely deliveries\nGenerates and maintains shipping records, tracking numbers, and proof of deliveries\nCommunicates shipping status updates and delays to internal departments and customers as needed\nCoordinates daily pickups and deliveries with carriers and freight companies\nManually lifts, moves, and stacks boxes weighing up to 75 pounds \nOperates pallet jacks and other basic warehouse equipment safely and efficiently\nMaintains organized and accurate inventory\nAudits inventory counts weekly and on the final business day of the month\nAssists with receiving and unloading incoming inventory\nMaintains a clean, organized, and safe work area\nSupports other warehouse duties as needed\nNegotiates with suppliers and carriers for the most favorable rates\nAssists with After-Hours Stolen Vehicle Recovery: Periodically assist in the recovery of stolen vehicles outside of regular business hours. This responsibility is expected to occur infrequently and will be scheduled or requested on an as-needed basis. 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