Shipping and Receiving Clerk
About The Position
The Shipping/Receiving Clerk at Kreate coordinates inbound and outbound shipments and manages the movement of products and materials between the manufacturing facility and satellite warehouses. The role supports efficient supply chain operations by coordinating receiving, inspection, shipment planning, inventory handling, and shipping documentation. It also uses warehouse management and enterprise resource planning systems to track shipments and inventory, resolve discrepancies, and support process improvements. The position provides leadership and guidance to shipping/receiving teams and maintains compliance with safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and applicable industry standards.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 3 years of experience in shipping, receiving, and inventory coordination within a manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Strong understanding of shipping and receiving procedures, logistics, and inventory management principles.
- Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS), enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal teams, external partners, and carriers.
- Problem-solving ability and sound decision-making under pressure to support on-time delivery and resolve operational challenges.
- Forklift certification and knowledge of material handling equipment operations.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to motivate and lead a team.
- Commitment to safety protocols and compliance with industry regulations.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree or certification in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field.
- Familiarity with the plastic injection molding industry.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and inspect incoming raw materials, components, and finished goods from suppliers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
- Plan and schedule customer shipments, coordinating transportation modes and carriers to meet delivery deadlines and minimize costs.
- Coordinate material and product movements between the manufacturing facility and satellite warehouses to optimize inventory and distribution.
- Work with production and inventory teams to ensure accurate picking, packing, loading, and documentation for outbound shipments.
- Organize and maintain inventory storage, including labeling, shelving, and rotation to prevent discrepancies and damage.
- Use WMS and ERP software to track shipments, monitor inventory, and generate operational reports.
- Resolve shipping, receiving, and inventory discrepancies with cross-functional teams, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Evaluate and improve shipping and receiving processes to streamline operations, reduce lead times, and improve efficiency.
- Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and industry standards for shipping, receiving, and material storage, including hazardous materials handling if applicable.
- Provide leadership and guidance to shipping/receiving teams, promoting safety, teamwork, and accountability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
