Shipping & Receiving Clerk

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

Scope of Position 

This detail-orientated and self-directed Shipping and Receiving Clerk is required to collaborate with cross-functional teams at all levels to ensure on-time processing of goods and materials and manage daily transactions between Franklin Operations and the Franklin Distribution Center (DC). 

This position reports to the Materials Supervisor, is onsite and is based in Franklin, NH.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and package outgoing shipments, print jobs to be pulled for UPS, obtain dimensions for export shipments, and ensure proper labeling and documentation for all outgoing material and shipments.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments and inventory using company systems.
• Responsible for order maintenance, invoice generation for work assignments, preparation of Bills of Lading (BOLs) and verifying BOLs with load sheet.
• Work professionally with cross-functional teams such as Customer Service, Quality, and Operations to obtain accurate documentation, have items moved to shipping to fill orders, expedite past due orders, and manage returns.
• Monitor and correct inventory levels, run reports to monitor past due and inventory throughout the campus and report discrepancies and shortages to the appropriate department.
• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely and by company standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized shipping / receiving area, including filing documents, maintenance of rack labels, and keeping aisles clear for foot and PIT traffic.
• Comply with all safety and company policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years of administrative experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Proficient math and computer skills to perform data entry, inventory transactions, and generate and analyze inventory and past-due reports.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

General Applicable Company Competencies

• Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
• Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions:

 While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site in a manufacturing facility. You will be required to work at the Company’s Franklin location in Franklin, NH. Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements: Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.
• Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

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Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.