Shipper/Receiver – Metals & Logistics
About The Position
We are looking for a hands-on Shipper/Receiver with strong experience in industrial materials, especially metals to join our operations team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced shop/yard environment, takes pride in accuracy, and has experience handling, moving, and organizing heavy materials safely and efficiently. You’ll play a key role in keeping production and shipping running smoothly by ensuring materials are received, tracked, staged, and shipped correctly. If you have experience with forklifts, overhead cranes, rigging, or loading steel/materials onto trucks, this is a strong fit. We are especially interested in individuals with a background in welding or fabrication who are looking to move into a less production-focused role while still working closely with metals, steel handling, and shop operations. This position offers a strong fit for someone who wants to step away from welding while staying in the industry.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- 2+ years of experience in shipping/receiving, warehouse, logistics, or industrial environments
- Strong experience working with metals, steel, or heavy materials is highly preferred
- Forklift experience and overhead crane experience considered a strong asset
- Welding or fabrication background is a strong asset, particularly for candidates looking to transition into shipping, logistics, and materials handling while staying within the metals/steel industry
- Comfortable using computers and ERP/inventory systems
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately
- Basic math and measurement skills
- Strong communication and teamwork in a shop/production environment
- Accountability and reliability in handling materials and documentation
- Problem-solving when dealing with inventory or shipping discrepancies
- Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to safe work practices and continuous improvement
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, and kneel for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
- Ability to safely climb ladders when required
- Comfortable performing repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift
- Candidates must be able to pass required pre-employment screening, including functional fitness testing and other safety-related assessments.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with forklifts, overhead cranes, rigging, or loading steel/materials onto trucks
- Background in welding or fabrication
- ERP experience
Responsibilities
- Receive incoming materials, verify counts, inspect quality, and document all deliveries
- Prepare outgoing shipments including packing, labeling, tagging, and staging materials
- Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently, ensuring materials are secured for transport
- Coordinate with drivers, production teams, and supervisors to ensure smooth material flow
- Handle a variety of industrial materials, with a strong focus on steel and metal products
- Move heavy and oversized materials using forklifts, overhead cranes, hoists, and other equipment
- Signal and coordinate with crane operators during lifts and material movement
- Properly identify and tag materials with job numbers, heat numbers, and other required markings
- Track inventory using manual and computer-based systems (ERP experience is an asset)
- Verify stock levels and assist with cycle counts and inventory accuracy
- Investigate discrepancies and report damaged or non-conforming materials
- Maintain accurate records for shipments, receipts, and material usage
- Interpret work orders, drawings, and material lists to prepare shipments and staging requirements
- Gather, organize, and stage materials for production and shipping schedules
- Kit materials and components to support internal production needs
- Safely operate forklifts (required) and overhead cranes (asset)
- Perform basic equipment checks and report maintenance needs
- Follow all safe operating procedures and equipment guidelines
- Follow all site safety rules, procedures, and instructions at all times
- Wear and use required PPE for each task
- Follow lockout/tagout procedures when required
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area
- Report unsafe conditions or equipment issues immediately
- Help support a strong safety-first culture across the team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
