Shipping and Receiving Material Handler

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Shipping and Receiving Material Handler is responsible for coordinating and processing outgoing shipments to ensure materials, products and supplies and accurately received, documented, stored and shipped in a timely manner. This position prepares shipping documentation, coordinates freight pickups and deliveries and works closely with internal departments, carriers and vendors to support daily operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, inspect and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders, packing slips and other shipping documents.
• Prepare, process and coordinate outgoing shipments to ensure orders are shipped accurately and on schedule.
• Utilize forklift (hi-lo) equipment to retrieve materials from elevated storage locations as needed.
• Properly identify packaged products with the appropriate barcode labels.
• Process required shipping documentation, including bill of lading, shipping labels and customs, and ensure documentation is properly attached to the corresponding outgoing freight, pallets or skids.
• Verify shipment quantities, product identification and shipping instructions prior to shipment.
• Shrink-wrap and secure boxes and pallets for shipment and stage completed orders in designated shipping areas.
• Load daily UPS and Fed Ex shipments and accommodate special pickups as required.
• Monitor and communicate shipping and receiving issues, including damaged goods, shortages, incorrect shipments and inventory discrepancies.
• Ensure received materials are properly identified, labeled, documented and delivered to the appropriate departments or storage locations as needed.
• Verify that Safety Data Sheets (SDS) accompany incoming chemical shipments and distribute applicable documentation to the Ink Technician as needed.
• Follow applicable Department of Transportation (DOT), environmental, health and safety regulations, as well as establish company procedures. 
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe shipping and receiving area.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other material–handling equipment as needed and authorized.
• Cross-train in shipping and receiving functions to provide departmental coverage and support.
• Comply with all departmental and company policies, procedures and work instructions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous shipping, receiving or warehouse experience preferred.
• Previous experience loading and unloading trucks and safely operating forklifts (hi-lo) and pallet jack preferred. Forklift certification is a plus.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work with inventory management and ERP systems.
• Ability to read and understand purchase orders, packing slips, bill of lading and other shipping documentation.
• Basic math skills, including the ability to count, verify quantities and identify discrepancies.
• Ability to successfully complete required in-house forklift (hi-lo) training.
• Ability to regularly lift and handle materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Safety-conscious with the ability to follow established safety procedures and company policies.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify, communicate and resolve shipping and receiving discrepancies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgement.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively with internal departments, vendors and freight carriers.
• Dependable, punctual and accountable.
• Adaptability and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of general warehouse and shipping operations.
• Ability to maintain an organized work area and demonstrate a commitment to workplace safety.