What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping & Receiving Associate position at American Colors, Inc.?
Shipping & Receiving Associate
About American Colors
American Colors, Inc. is a customer-focused manufacturer of liquid colorants and specialty chemicals supplied to diverse applications that include paint, coatings, adhesives, composites, films, landscape & agriculture. We are committed to delivering exceptional quality, service, and innovation to our customers.
We are seeking a dependable, safety-conscious, and detail-oriented Shipping & Receiving Associate to join our team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate inventory management, timely order fulfillment, and efficient movement of materials throughout our facility.
Position Summary
The Shipping & Receiving Associate is responsible for receiving raw materials, preparing customer shipments, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting warehouse operations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, works well independently and as part of a team, and takes pride in accuracy, organization, and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
Receiving & Inventory Control
- Receive incoming materials and shipments and verify quantities against packing slips, purchase orders, and receiving documents.
- Inspect incoming products for damage, quality concerns, or discrepancies and report issues promptly.
- Accurately enter receiving information into company systems and maintain documentation.
- Store materials in designated warehouse locations following inventory control procedures.
- Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation activities.
Shipping & Order Fulfillment
- Pick, stage, and prepare customer orders for shipment according to established procedures.
- Package products safely and accurately to ensure they arrive in excellent condition.
- Generate and apply shipping labels and related documentation.
- Verify shipment contents and quantities before release to carriers.
- Coordinate with customer service, production, and scheduling teams to meet shipping deadlines.
Material Handling
- Safely move materials throughout the facility using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other warehouse equipment.
- Load and unload trucks efficiently while maintaining product integrity.
- Organize warehouse inventory to maximize accessibility and storage efficiency.
Safety & Housekeeping
- Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and warehouse best practices.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Participate in safety meetings, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Properly handle materials in accordance with company procedures and safety guidelines.
Team Collaboration
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and fellow team members regarding inventory status, shipping schedules, and operational concerns.
- Support other warehouse and production functions as needed.
- Contribute to a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Skills & Qualifications:
Required
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to accurately follow written and verbal instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Basic math and computer skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds.
Preferred
- Prior shipping, receiving, warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing experience.
- Experience operating forklifts and other material handling equipment.
- Forklift certification or willingness to become certified.
- Experience using ERP, inventory management, or warehouse management systems.
Physical Requirements:
- Frequently stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, and reach throughout the workday.
- Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and machinery.
Full-time Employee Benefits:
- Health, vision, dental insurance
- Short/long-term disability insurance
- PTO
- 401K with company match
- ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Profit-sharing bonus program
- Continuing education tuition reimbursement
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18