Receiving Specialist

Job Overview

JOB TITLE: Receiving Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Shipping/Receiving Department

REPORTS TO: Purchasing Manager

SUMMARY: We are seeking a Receiving Specialist to support day-to-day operations of the receiving function at our manufacturing facility. The Receiving Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely receipt of goods, verification of shipments, and proper documentation and storage of received items. This role is crucial in maintaining the integrity of the warehouse inventory and ensuring that all incoming products meet the company's quality standards.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with the receiving and unloading of shipments and sign for delivered goods.
• Inspect all incoming deliveries for damage and fraud; Examine shipment contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy.
• Inform supervisors and purchasing of any damages, shortages, or inconsistencies in the received shipments.
• Follow-up with purchasing to resolve any damaged freight issues. Report any fraud found.
• Enter data concerning goods received and inventory into the company's database and maintain accurate records of received goods.
• Ensure that received items are placed in the appropriate warehouse location, ensuring efficient space utilization.
• Perform required administrative tasks; prepare all required reports and correspondence.
• Assist in maintaining safety and housekeeping standards in Shipping & Receiving areas.
• Assist team members in the Shipping & Receiving and Inventory depts as needed.
• Performs required administrative tasks; prepares all required reports and correspondence.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• One to two years related experience or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a warehouse or receiving role preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office especially Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Proficiency in inventory software, databases, and systems. Experience in Epicor Enterprise Software a plus.
• Acute attention to detail, sense of urgency, and professionalism.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Able to manage priorities and workflow.
• Able to work in an environment that requires teamwork and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, bulky objects, and stand for extended periods. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Forklift certification helpful but not required.
  
  

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is required to sit occasionally. Occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 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 essential functions.

The job operates in a warehouse setting and involves frequent interaction with delivery personnel and internal staff. The role may require the use of warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. Employee must have closed toe, rubber sole shoes to wear anytime they are required to be in the factory. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Hourly wage: DOE

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
  
  

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
  
  

Work Location: In person

I hereby authorize any investigator or duly accredited representative of the Company bearing this release to obtain any information from schools, residential management agents, employers, criminal justice agencies, or individuals, relating to my activities. This information may include, but is not limited to, academic, residential, achievement, performance, attendance, personal history, disciplinary, arrest, and conviction records. I hereby direct you to release such information upon request of the bearer. I understand that the information released is for official use by the Company and may be disclosed to such third parties as necessary in the fulfillment of official responsibilities.

I hereby release any individual, including record custodians, from any and all liability for damages of whatever kind or nature which may at any time result to me on account of compliance, or any attempts to comply, with this authorization.