Receiving Specialist

Description

In 2024, Follett Products, LLC, expanded its PA manufacturing capabilities with the addition of Kloppenberg in Denver, CO, which is now operating as Follett Denver. Follett Denver is a manufacturer of superior-quality ice storage, ice transport, and ice dispensing systems, serving the market with both the Follett and Kloppenberg brands. Follett Denver is a proud member of the Middleby Corporation family of companies.

Follett Denver currently has an opportunity for a Receiving Specialist to join our team!

Job Summary

The Receiving Specialist is vital to the control and management of Middleby owned purchased goods, parts, components, and materials. The Receiving Specialist performs all tasks involved in the shipping/receiving area for the company. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Receives purchased goods, verifies the quality and counts of all items unloaded, and records the quantities.
• Compares packing lists to company purchase orders and ensures that the products in each delivery match the packing list.
• Checks against supplier counts and immediately reports discrepancies to carriers, the supervisor, and the Procurement Manager per company policy.
• Carefully and accurately maintains receiving records for requested categories, including goods returned, dunnage, and returnable pallets.
• Inspects all purchased goods for damage during the receiving process.
• Completes all required damage survey documents in coordination with Materials Manager and Procurement Manager, including damage claims for in-transit damage.
• Notifies supervisor of damages, major discrepancies, over-shipments, or substitutions.
• Puts away received purchased goods in the correct and properly labeled assigned locations in the warehouse.
• Updates product inventory as products are received and added via the shop ERP system.
• Practice FIFO
• Sets up warehouse locations, maintains them, assigns parts, and keeps accurate records in the ERP system.
• Transports materials to and from the shipping dock using a hand truck or forklift as needed.
• Package products for return to vendors and complete any necessary paperwork.
• Ensure quantities remain above safety stock levels.
• Maintains and controls proper labeling and identification of purchased goods in the warehouse area.
• Pull parts from the warehouse to the stock production lines during peak demand or when personnel are short.
• Maintain the warehouse as a controlled area.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized area, including the receiving and warehouse areas.
• Assist with cycle counting of purchased goods and materials within the manufacturing plant.
• Assist with yearend physical inventory process as directed by management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at times.
• Must wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to accurately sort, count, and verify items received.
• Basic understanding of the Company’s ERP system and receiving procedures.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and/or inventory software to maintain records, input data, and create reports.
• Good interpersonal skills can work with various departments and management.
  
  

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A state motor vehicle operator's permit for forklift operation is highly preferred.
• Must obtain and retain the company Forklift certification.
  
  

Join our team as a Receiving Specialist, where your skills will play a significant role in our operational success.

Follett Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants

Salary Description

$24.50 - $27.00