Shipping & Receiving Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Shipping & Receiving Specialist to join our team. This position is responsible for executing daily fulfillment processes and supporting inbound receiving activity. Primary duties include sales order processing and outbound fulfillment. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

JOB OVERSIGHT & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fulfills customer orders according to a pick list, ensures product quality and quantity.


• Maintains cleanliness of aisles, bins, packing stations and other areas in the department.


• Processes all in- and outbound shipments including but not limited to sorting, logging, delivering, packing, and shipping.


• Audits each shipment prior to packing to ensure that goods match order.


• Packs and labels product based on established standards.


• Prepares shipping and receiving documentation; maintains orderly files for all documentation.


• Participates in scheduling of daily transportation.


• Processes all receiving transactions and paperwork.


• Inspects all incoming freight for damage; follows-up with purchasing to resolve any damaged freight issues.


• Assists in maintaining material inventory levels.


• Assists in responses to requests for tracing of missing shipments.


• Assists in maintaining safety and housekeeping standards in shipping area.


• Performs required administrative tasks; prepares all required reports and correspondence.


• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent (bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred).


• One to two years related experience or equivalent.


• Familiarity with shipping practices and handling methods.


• Ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Commitment to excellence and high standards.


• Excellent written and oral communication skills.


• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.


• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.


• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.


• Acute attention to detail.


• Proficient in inventory management and online software applications.


• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

CRITICAL SKILLS 

Quality--Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Adaptability--Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Dependability--Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Requirements

Rarely 
 (0-12%)

Occasionally
 (12-33%)

Frequently
 (34-66%)

Regularly
 (67-100%)

Seeing: Must be able to read reports and use computer

X

Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with co-workers

X

Standing / Walking

X

Climbing / Stooping / Kneeling

X

Lifting / Pulling / Pushing

X

Hand Dexterity: Must be able to write, type and use equipment

X

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.