Shipping Receiving Associate

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a Shipping & Receiving Associate who will be responsible for the production and/or packaging of manufactured products and serves as a support role for several areas of manufacturing, including but not limited to; powder coating, quality, etc.  Assists in the receiving of materials and products to maintain integrity of inventory control.  Ensure packing, shipping and delivery of products to the proper entity in a timely manner.  Pull, load and restock products as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Packing and Shipping

• Examine contents and compare with records to verify accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments
• Perform final visual inspection, verification and count prior to freight departing
• Document any shortages and correspond with appropriate personnel regarding such issues
• Perform final visual inspection, verification and count prior to freight departure
• Prepare new inventory worksheets, when applicable
• Orchestrate daily shipping timetable to ensure all shipments are prepared in time for carriers while keeping supervisor abreast of any possible bottleneck or potential failure for the day
• Prepare items to be shipped including picking, packing, staging, and labeling
• Use hand truck and other plant equipment as needed to move or convey shipments to staging, storing or work areas

Inventory and Warehouse Organization

• Maintain supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipate needed supplies
• Perform cycle counts, restock shelving with products and maintain organization of inventory
• Assist in maintaining the order, cleanliness and efficiency of the warehouse

Receiving

• Assist in receiving items by unloading vehicles, accept deliveries and unpack containers
• Verify items received by inspecting condition of items; compare count/measure of items to purchase order and packing list; note discrepancies

Damages

• Receive, inspect and inventory returns and damages while communicating noticeable problematic patterns
• Repair or re-box products as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year related work experience
• Knowledge of warehouse procedures; familiarity with freight industry
• Knowledge of equipment safety standards
• Possess organizational, problem solving and time management skills
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision