Receiving Specialist

Madden Industrial Craftsmen is seeking a Receiving Specialist for our client, a manufacturing company in the North Portland area. In this role, you will verify and maintain records on incoming shipments and ensure materials are properly received, inspected, and routed in accordance with the company's operating requirements. This is a great opportunity for a candidate with receiving experience to take on a hands-on role with the potential to grow into a lead position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Verify incoming shipments by comparing counts, weights, or measurements against bills of lading, invoices, and orders

• Unpack and inspect incoming shipments, reject damaged items, record shortages, and coordinate with shippers to resolve discrepancies; route items to the correct department

• Maintain inventory of receiving materials and supplies

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other lifting equipment to unload and move materials

• Lift heavy objects by hand (up to 75 lbs) with or without assistance

• Return tools and equipment to their proper station and maintain a clean, organized work area at the end of each shift

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; equivalent manufacturing experience accepted in lieu of education

• 2+ years of direct experience in receiving, or a combination of experience and training

• Forklift Experience: Must obtain and maintain a current forklift operator's license through the company

• Demonstrated ability to meet quotas, solve problems, train others, and use standard receiving instruments

• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, production packets, safety information, and manufacturing data; ability to record accurate, legible production data

• Ability to work independently, take on a lead role when needed, and solve practical problems in variable work situations

• If selected, ability to complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Schedule

• Mon-Thurs 6am-4:30pm

Starting Pay

• $21/hr

Work Environment

• Primarily indoor, with some outdoor work required during unloading/receiving preparation

• Noise level is typically loud; ear plugs required

• Hazards may include arc flash, sharps, and chemical exposure

• Safety glasses required in all areas due to potential eye injury risk

• Environment may include dust, fumes, mists, vapors, and/or welding fumes; respirators may be recommended or required

• Sturdy, steel-toed leather boots covering the ankle are required due to potential foot injury risk

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