Shipping and Receiving I

Calista Corporation•Huntsville, AL

17h

About The Position

The Shipping & Receiving I supports warehouse operations verifying and recording pertinent information for incoming and outgoing shipments.

Requirements

Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent with at least 6 months of related work experience preferred.
Ability to enter data accurately into databases, follow processes, perform basic mathematical computations, and write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista’s goals.
Ability to operate general office equipment such as fax, phone, scanner, printer, etc.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to multi-task and perform duties with minimal supervision.
Ability to routinely interact with external contacts such as customers, vendors, suppliers, shipping companies, etc. Must represent Yulista in a professional manner at all times.
High degree of self-motivation, independent work skills, excellent interpersonal skills, customer service skills, trustworthy, and effective oral and written communication skills.
Analytical skills with the ability to detect unobvious facts and issues, evaluate data, exercise resourcefulness in resolving problems, and consider decision impact across multiple areas.
Strong decision analysis and problem solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
Basic to Intermediate computer skills, specifically using Microsoft Office Suite and Deltek CostPoint, with an ability to learn additional skills and software programs.
Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds, standing and/or walking more than four (4) hours per day.
Must be reliable and responsible with abilities to work independently and commitment to work weekends and any overtime as needed.
Ability to pass a drug and background screening.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience operating a forklift preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive incoming shipments and compare items to work orders provided by supervisor.
Count items to ensure that the correct number have been received.
Determine storage areas for incoming shipments and allocate appropriate space within the warehouse.
Assist in physically moving incoming items to designated storage areas and supervise storage activities.
Operate forklifts to pick heavy boxes and transport them to checking areas.
Ascertain the quality and quantity of picked items and ensure that they are safely delivered to the correct locations. Record damaged or defective items and replace them according to company policies.
Ascertain that all incoming and outgoing shipments are properly labeled and that correlating documents are available with each shipment.
Arrange for a carrier vehicle or pickup of inventory, equipment, supplies, etc.
Assist with the Inventory Control responsibilities, parts check in and stocking duties.
Plan and follow the most efficient routes for delivering goods.
Perform task in accordance with property, quality, and regulatory requirements
Perform various daily housekeeping tasks, responsible for maintaining work and storage areas in a neat and orderly fashion
Perform other various administrative duties as needed, assigned and/or required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Adhere to security and safety policies.