Position: Receiving Clerk

FLSA Status: Full-Time Hourly Non-Exempt

Department: Material Handling
Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor

Shift: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday; 5:30PM-6AM

Company Overview

Potter has been a part of the St. Louis community since 1898 and we are very proud of our rich history in the fire and life safety industry. Potter's mission is to be the "Symbol of Protection" for fire and life safety solutions worldwide by combining the latest technology in fire protection with the dedicated manpower for which we have been known for over one hundred years. Our vision is to provide industry leading quality solutions, products and services for the protection of life, property and the environment. With unwavering dedication to our customers, Potter looks to continue as the industry standard in both product and service with increased focus on international expansion.

Our private equity firm, KKR, offers a unique benefit and opportunity for all employees to participate in an ownership program of Potter Global Technologies. Being a co-owner allows each employee to play a more direct role in the business itself and reap the financial benefits of the Company’s success.

Each employee at Potter takes great pride in knowing that every product we assemble, service, and sell is for the purpose of saving lives around the world. We strive to provide employment opportunities to those individuals who are performance driven, team players, take pride in their work, and are enthusiastic and passionate about their job.

Summary of the Position

The Receiving Clerk is responsible for keeping track of and checking incoming shipments to ensure inventory doesn’t get lost in transport.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Cross-reference incoming shipments to delivery receipt for accuracy.
• Check product counts on incoming materials for accuracy.
• Perform inventory receipt in ERP system.
• Apply material labels to received goods.
• Put away materials to stocking bays. Collaborate with Procurement on PO issues (short ships, wrong part, ETC.).
• Interface with incoming QC to expedite “Hot Items”.
• Assist in cycle counting inventory.
• Perform general Receiving duties as needed.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to multitask with attention to detail in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Possess a strong work ethic and self-motivated attitude.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.
• Ability to collaborate and work in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills.

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Travel

This job operates in a warehouse/manufacturing setting where various tools and equipment are used. This role must be able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel and exhibit good visual acuity to perform daily tasks.

This position must be able to lift 50 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Required Qualifications

• Basic level of mathematics skills.
• Experience utilizing a barcode scanner, or the willingness to learn.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven and successful track record working in a similar role.

This is a full-time position, on-site at the manufacturing facility. The weekly hours worked are 40 hours per week. There may be a need for overtime work.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Activities, duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.