Receiving Associate (1st Shift)

Position Description:

The Receiving Associate supports the production workflow through proper and accurate distribution of incoming raw materials and products.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the receiving functions and inspects all incoming materials/products for the purpose of verifying contents.
• Physically counts all parts/materials.
• Unloads and loads materials for the purpose of placing materials and products into inventory. Tasks may utilize a forklift, overhead crane, and other equipment necessary for material handling.
• Maintain adequate records of items received for the purpose of recording inventory.
• Matches purchase orders with packing slips, validates accuracy, prepares tags for labeling materials and ensures correct materials are received by using measuring tools (micrometers, calipers or other necessary gauges).
• Submits receiving paperwork for incoming items to the purchasing department.
• Counts items received and reports any discrepancies.
• Receives purchase orders into the computer system 
• Undertakes other duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility of position.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to follow directions and communicate clearly with other departments.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and establish effective work priorities.

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 years of Forklift experience, required.
• 1-2 years of Shipping or receiving experience, required.
• 1-2 years of Inventory experience, required.
• Prior Overhead crane experience, preferred.
• Prior Manufacturing experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:

• Frequently reaching, standing, bending, squatting, and twisting.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds independently.
• Exposure to shop and office environment.

Other:

• Working more than 40 hours per week may be required occasionally to complete company deliverables.