What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping & Receiving Associate – 2nd Shift position at Worthington Steel?
Shipping & Receiving Associate – Afternoon Shift
The only thing stronger than steel are the people who power it. At Worthington Steel, we put our people first and operate under the guiding principle of the Golden Rule-treating others the way we want to be treated. We are a team-oriented culture with development opportunities and the ability for individuals to grow within our organization.
We are seeking a reliable, detail‑oriented Shipping & Receiving Associate to join our afternoon shift team, 3PM-11PM. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in keeping materials moving efficiently through our facility by coordinating inbound and outbound shipments, maintaining accurate inventory records, and supporting smooth production flow.
If you thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and enjoy being hands‑on, organized, and collaborative, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
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Schedule and communicate with carriers for inbound and outbound freight
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Receive, unload, and accurately store materials into inventory
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Stage materials and machines for work‑in‑process and ensure accurate system transactions
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Prepare outbound shipments and load trucks to meet delivery schedules
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Generate and process shipping and receiving paperwork, including bills of lading and export documentation
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Ensure proper receipt of coils and materials into the computer system
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Coordinate shipping and receiving activities with internal departments
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Issue tools and production components and maintain required logbooks
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Train and support other Shipping & Receiving team members
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Follow all safety procedures and standards
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Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
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Experience with inventory control and material handling preferred
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Forklift and Overhead Crane experience required (certification a plus)
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Working knowledge of PC applications and Windows operating systems (Oracle experience helpful but trainable)
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Familiarity with shipping documentation and system transactions
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Ability to collaborate across departments such as production, purchasing, and maintenance
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Strong organization, time management, and communication skills
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Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check.
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Dependable transportation to the facility door entrance is required. Public transportation and/or walking are not options due to safety regulations.
What We Offer
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Competitive pay starting at $20/hour plus $1.50 shift differential
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Generous benefit package
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Standard safety training provided
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Stable afternoon shift schedule 3PM-11PM.
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Opportunity to grow within a well‑established manufacturing organization
Worthington Steel is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace for all employees.