Find JobsSalary EstimateCareer AdviceUpload ResumeEmployers / Post JobProfileMessage Center

Shipping and Receiving Associate

GTT

Plumsteadville, PA

Apply
JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Banking Services, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Financial Services, Forklift, Fortune 500 Customers, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Hazardous Materials/Substances, Healthcare, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Organizational Skills, Productivity Management, Receiving Inspection, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Retail, Retirement Funds, Safety/Work Safety, Shipping Operations, Shipping/Receiving, Team Player, Time Management, United States Department of Transportation (DOT), Vision Plan, Warehousing
LOCATION
Plumsteadville, PA
POSTED
1 day ago
Primary Job Title:
Shipping and Receiving Associate

Alternate/Related Job Titles:
Warehouse Shipping Associate
Logistics Associate
Shipping & Logistics Technician
Warehouse Operations Associate
Materials Handler

Location:
Plumsteadville, PA

Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite

Contract Details (Contract roles only):
  • Position Type: Contract
  • Contract Duration: 6 Months
  • Start: As Soon As Possible
  • Shift: Day Shift, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM EST

Job Summary:

The Shipping and Receiving Associate is responsible for executing daily shipping, receiving, and inventory activities while ensuring compliance with DOT, IATA, IMDG, GMP, ISO, and internal procedures. This role plays a critical part in maintaining on-time shipments and supporting safe, compliant warehouse operations.
The position requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of hazardous materials regulations, and the ability to operate equipment such as forklifts in a safe and efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure all work complies with D.O.T., IATA, IMDG Hazardous Communications regulations, GMP, ISO, and company procedures.
  • Maintain daily focus on achieving on-time shipments.
Shipping Activities:
  • Pick and palletize orders for shipment.
  • Process FedEx shipments and provide required documentation.
  • Process UPS shipments and provide required documentation.
  • Process LTL (common carrier) shipments and provide required documentation.
  • Operate FedEx shipping equipment.
  • Prepare international documentation in accordance with IATA regulations.
Receiving & Inventory:
  • Barcode cylinders (shipped and received).
  • Load and unload trucks.
  • Receive and inspect UPS, FedEx, and truck shipments and log daily receipts.
  • Perform daily cycle counts and report non-conforming products.
  • Move inbound shipments to designated quarantine areas.
Operations & Compliance:
  • Operate a forklift safely.
  • Ensure all DOT certification requirements are met.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Complete all required training activities successfully and on time.
  • Collaborate with the work cell leader to suggest productivity improvements.

Required Experience:

  • Experience in shipping and receiving operations.
  • Knowledge of hazardous material shipping regulations (DOT, IATA, IMDG).
  • Experience operating forklifts safely.

Nice-to-Have Experience:

  • cGMP knowledge or experience in regulated environments.
  • Experience with scheduling systems.
  • Familiarity with product lines and inventory management systems.

Required Skills:

  • Knowledge of DOT, IATA, and IMDG certification requirements.
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
  • Ability to maintain compliance with hazardous communications regulations.

Preferred Skills:

  • Understanding of cGMP requirements.
  • Organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to suggest and implement productivity improvements.

Additional Skills:

  • International shipment documentation preparation.
  • Daily cycle count reporting and quarantine process handling.
  • Equipment operation including FedEx systems and forklifts.
Benefits:
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
  • 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client:

A global leader in gases, technologies, and services for industry and healthcare. With operations in 60 countries and over 66,000 employees, the organization serves more than 4 million customers and patients worldwide, offering innovative solutions in a collaborative and supportive environment.

About GTT:

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number:
26-01882
Hashtags:
#gttic  #gttjobs

About the Company

G

GTT