Shipper/Receiver - 2nd Shift

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions • Freeport, IL

75d • $18 - $21

About The Position

The Shipper/Receiver's primary function is to ensure the accurate, timely, and safe handling of incoming and outgoing shipments, maintaining inventory integrity and supporting operational efficiency. Under the supervision of the Supervisor, the role involves coordinating and executing the receiving of incoming shipments, verifying materials against documentation, inspecting goods for damage, and completing system transactions in MRP/ERP. The position also requires unloading trucks, organizing materials, completing inventory counts, and ensuring shipments are packaged and shipped on time.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of shipping & receiving procedures and documentation
• 1-3 years' warehouse & shipping/receiving experience
• Thorough knowledge of packaging standards and works toward preventing freight damage
• Ability to inspect and verify materials accurately - attention to detail to meet quality standards
• Familiarity with packaging standards and damage prevention practices
• Effective communication skills with supervisor and team
• Demonstrates problem solving skills, initiative, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn
• Leadership skills - can successfully direct and allocate work within the department
• Reliable
• Forklift experience and certification
• Available for overtime when necessary to meet business needs

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute the receiving of incoming shipments in a timely and accurate manner
• Verify incoming materials against packing slips, purchase orders, and other documentation
• Inspect received goods for damage, quantity discrepancies, and quality issues
• Complete system transactions in MRP/ERP and generate required reports
• Unload trucks safely and efficiently using appropriate equipment
• Communicate any receiving issues or discrepancies to the Supervisor
• Organize and stage received materials for storage or production use
• Complete inventory cycle counts on a daily basis per standardized work instructions
• Coordinate to ensure shipments are packaged and shipped ahead of due date
• Complete paperwork accurately: Bill of Lading, Customs Documentation, etc.
• Wrap and crate completed orders
• Load/unload trucks in a timely fashion
• Identify truck layouts for consolidated/large shipments
• Package finished goods for parcel shipments, process shipments through FedEx/UPS
• Identify and communicate potential late orders daily
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of receiving area
• Work safely and effectively, following all company safety protocols
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth material flow
• Other duties as required

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan - purchase company stock at a discount!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed