Climb through the mailslot and into one of the coolest places to work in Los Angeles. Founded in 2005, iam8bit is a creative production emporium that has quietly redefined the entertainment industry, time and time again. Collaborating with a plethora of partners and narrative-busting IPs, iam8bit punctuates the importance of engaging with fans directly. By creating the video game industry's very first community events, the company injected the idea of experiential immersion into game and film marketing. iam8bit also played a crucial role in the vinyl renaissance, minting its first record in 2010, and is the industry leader in premium physical editions of top-tier games. In 2020, iam8bit evolved into financing and publishing games, with several yet-to-be-announced PC, console and tabletop games on the horizon under its iam8bit Presents imprint. Our team is a tight-knit group of hard workers, with a range of practical and creative backgrounds.
As a Shipping/Production associate, you’ll be responsible for fulfilling thousands of orders to loyal customers around the world, and for helping with everything from receiving incoming products, to inventory, to facilitating super-secret marketing mailers for high-profile clients across the entertainment industry through the holiday season. This is a part-time, entry level position with room for growth.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Organize and prepare shipping area for fulfillment
- Pick items for fulfillment
- Stock & count inventory
- Prepare packages for delivery by prepping contents, attaching shipping labels and confirming that all invoices reflect the correct information
- Maintain a working product knowledge for the purpose of accurately picking and packing merchandise
- Collaborate with colleagues to optimize workflow efficiencies and packaging
- Maintain an inventory of packaging products including labels, boxes, envelopes, bubble wrap and packing tape
- Maintain clean and safe work spaces
- Prepare outgoing parcels for pickup by carrier services
- Participate in quality control
- Perform production/fulfillment tasks as assigned
- Uphold merchandise handling best practices
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Excellent communication and collaboration
- Superior organizational and documentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize meet tight deadlines
- Accuracy and attention to detail
Great-to-have:
- Experience using label-making software (ShipStation)
- Experience using packaging equipment (pallet jacks, shrink-wrapping machines, Zebra printers)
- Familiarity with Gmail and Google Suites
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. This may require lifting and carrying up to 40lbs, bending, standing for extended periods, climbing, walking, fine motor skills, and other physical activities associated with a shipping role.
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This is a part time, hourly non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $17.50/hr. Candidates must have at least 3 days of availability Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm, each week, with occasional work outside of business hours including weekends. The position is fully onsite at our Pasadena warehouse location.
BENEFITS
Benefits include paid sick time, 401k with employer matching, and employee discount.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
iam8bit is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: From $17.50 per hour
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- shipping, fulfillment, or similar: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Los Angeles, CA 90065 (Required)
Work Location: In person