Shipping and Receiving Associate

Join the Imagine team • Grayslake, IL

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About The Position

The Shipping and Receiving Associate verifies and records incoming and outgoing shipments, prepares items for shipment, and manages inventory for incoming and outgoing products and materials. The role processes shipments using UPS and FedEx systems and a scanner, coordinates with freight carriers, prepares shipping paperwork, and loads outbound shipments. It also receives and inspects materials, maintains receiving records and raw-material inventories, and supports the Receiving team as needed. The position operates on a 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. shift and may require overtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Forklift certified.
• Previous shipping or warehouse experience in a high-volume environment.
• Experience with UPS and FedEx shipping systems and coordinating with multiple carriers.
• Ability to read and interpret shipping documents, including bills of lading and packing lists.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to operate a forklift or pallet jack.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to resolve carrier or delivery issues.
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work.
• Frequent standing and walking.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Two to five years of shipping or warehouse experience in a high-volume environment.
• Knowledge of FedEx, UPS, and general freight.

Responsibilities

• Process outbound shipments accurately and on time using UPS and FedEx shipping systems.
• Coordinate freight logistics, including shipping routes and methods, carrier pickups, and resolution of logistical issues.
• Load and handle materials safely and efficiently; load outbound shipments, including LTL shipments.
• Operate a forklift or pallet jack to unload inbound materials and move them to the appropriate departments or areas.
• Complete preventative forklift maintenance at the beginning of the shift.
• Follow dock safety protocols and applicable safety procedures and regulations; report potentially unsafe conditions and help maintain a clean, clutter-free workplace.
• Prepare paperwork, packing lists, and bills of lading for ground and LTL shipments.
• Complete daily receiving-log entries, verify counts against receiving documents, and report discrepancies.
• Inspect received goods for apparent quality issues, including short counts, packing issues, damage, color, size, and finishing issues.
• Manage raw-material inventories, including cleaning and organizing inventory areas and racking, and reporting cycle counts.
• Enter all purchase orders into accounting software daily and run the month-end open purchase order report.
• Maintain and organize dock and inventory areas through general housekeeping and maintenance.
• Process shipments using a scanner gun.
• Meet productivity and quality standards by completing work accurately and on time.
• Support the Receiving team during workload overflow and through cross-training for departmental coverage.
• Work overtime as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Life insurance
• Voluntary supplemental insurance coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Caregiver leave
• Adoption assistance
• Employer and partner discounts
• Potential participation in a bonus, commission, or incentive program, depending on the role

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED