Overview :

• The Shipping & Receiving Assistant II verifies that materials received match those ordered in both type and quantity; routes incoming items to the appropriate department, storerooms or other location;
• prepares and maintains shipping records; participates in the preparation, assembly, and / or shipping of outgoing merchandise or material;

rejects damaged goods or materials and corresponds with shipper to adjust damages or shortages. Acts as the trainer for the Shipping & Receiving Assistant I in their job duties.

Provides warehouse services assigned through safe, efficient, cost effective and accurate handling of customer products.

Responsibilities :

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following :

• Communicates with carriers / drivers, warehouse / office personnel and customers regarding shipment and receipt of product.
• Assists in the scheduling of receiving times, assigns truckers doors, assigns receiving numbers and prepares blind tally.
• Checks outbound / inbound orders for accuracy and proper signatures, ., picked by and checked by truck driver; for over, short and damage reports for receipts.
• Directs and controls driver traffic and access to warehouse, restrooms, etc.
• Checks documents for proper and complete information; signs freight bills. Checks driver identification and notes driver’s license number on bill of lading.

Accepts checks or money orders for . D. orders and notes same on bill of lading.

• Maintains log for accurate records of all product movement for inbound, outbound, staged orders and yard management.
• Assists in the scheduling of shipping times.
• Assists with rechecks, verifications, cycle counts and audits.
• Checks product as required by supervisor.
• Controls completion of UPS pickup record book.

Key Results :

• Apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model for operational efficiency to improve business process, increase proficiency and increase efficiency through waste elimination.
• Apply the 5S Lean methodology to sustain a safe, clean and orderly facility.
• Position requires the incumbent’s performance to meet and occasionally exceed standards as set by the company for safety, quality, food safety, sanitation, productivity and customer services.

Qualifications :

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Basic computer skills required
• Two (2) years of warehouse experience including at least one year in shipping / receiving required
• Familiarity with shipping / receiving operations and procedures required.
• Familiarity with personal computers required.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions, to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures
• Ability to write legibly
• Must have good math skills
• Ability to make decisions on customer acceptance based on past experience and fitness for use
• Data entry skills and 10 key
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner
• Language Skills - English
• Must have attention to detail for continuous mental and visual attention
• Team Player

Additional Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Action Oriented preferred
• Teamwork - showing a commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
• Respect - extending dignity and respect to all people.
• Integrity - fostering trust and a positive work environment.
• Customer Focus - achieving Company, department, and personal goals through a strong customer focus.

The hourly wage for this position is $19.25.

Candidates are eligible for the following benefits :

• Company Bonus Plan
• 401(K) SAVE Plan
• Annual Fixed Contribution
• 8 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life & Disability coverage
• Voluntary Benefits
• Accident / Critical Illness / Hospital Indemnity Benefits
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer funding and wellness incentives
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Referral Program

Last updated : 2024-05-10