Shipping and Receiving Associate

Morris & Associates•Garner, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Handling of incoming and outgoing packages/shipments in a warehouse. Job duties include packaging and weighing items, printing shipping labels and postage, inspecting goods received for damage and distributing products to other departments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Shipping and Receiving: 1 year min (preferred)
Warehouse: 1 year min (preferred)
Forklift/Material handling experience
Accuracy and attention to detail
Time management and multitasking
Teamwork and communication
Problem-solving and adaptability
Safe work habits
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Verifies and keeps records on incoming shipments.
Verifies materials received are as ordered and routes incoming items to appropriate locations.
Receive and unload incoming materials and compare information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment.
Inspects shipments for damages or defects or shortages; records discrepancies, damages or questionable conditions to supervisor and/or purchasing personnel.
Identify shipments without purchase order and delivers items to requisitioning departments.
Unpack, examines and label parts prior to stocking.
Process all defective and/or return shipments from customers for replacement or credit.
Performs all computer functions necessary to track various aspects of parts/equipment.
Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly conditions and follows prescribed safety regulations.
Prepares items for shipping ensuring cost effective courier services.
Determine most economical and efficient shipping method.
Select appropriate shipping container.
Packs items to ensure safe delivery.
Properly label packages and follow shipping instructions as provided by customer.
Prepare bills of lading; checks items to be shipped against work orders to ascertain that quantities and destination are correct.
Traces lost shipments and/or customer claims of lost shipments; initiates proof of delivery documents.
Generate End of Day manifest reports for accounting.
Operate company vehicle to deliver shipments to UPS/FedEx locations.
Maintain accurate inventory counts through cycle counts and audits
Assist with inventory organization and warehouse layout improvements
Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Follow company safety policies and OSHA guidelines
Properly handle hazardous or regulated materials, if applicable
Report safety concerns or incidents promptly