Shipping and Receiving Specialist

JENOPTIK AG•Huntsville, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The role of the Shipping & Receiving Specialist is responsible for the daily handling of incoming and outgoing shipments. This role ensures the accurate receipt, inspection, documentation, and distribution of incoming materials, as well as the proper packaging, labeling, and shipping of finished goods to customers and/or vendors.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent (some college preferred).
2 years related experience in a shipping and/or receiving function.
Must be organized and detail oriented.
Proficient computer skills, specifically with MS excel spreadsheets
Proficient ability to use on-line shipping software for major carriers (UPS, FedEx, DHL)
Prior experience using ERP software, SAP preferred.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Must possess “soft skills”: personal effectiveness, creative problem solving, team building, and influencing skills.
Competence in dealing with people effectively and politely.
Physically transfer received goods to production area lifting 2lb boxes on a regular basis.
Ability to lift 40lb to shoulder height or the top of a bench on occasion.
U.S. Citizen or Qualified U.S. Worker

Responsibilities

Generates necessary shipping paperwork in ERP system, including Packing List, Product labels, and Shipping labels.
Correctly determine shipping method and generate applicable shipping documents via UPS/FedEx/DHL for domestic and international orders using on-line software.
Carefully prepare and pack products for shipments to customers and suppliers in a manner that will not damage goods during transit.
Verify all applicable documentation has been provided by suppliers per purchase order requirements associated with received goods: Packing slips, Certificates of conformance, Applicable test data.
Receive incoming goods in ERP system, and properly distribute within the organization based upon purchase order requirements.
Perform accurate count and visual inspection (check for damage) of condition of goods received from suppliers.
Identify and elevate any discrepancies with received goods against requirements until all discrepancies are addressed.
Properly document all incoming and outgoing shipments to suppliers and customers on the Shipping & Receiving log.
Monitor and order consumable shipping related supplies to avoid shipping delays.
Responsible for supporting continuous improvement activities in assigned department.
Notify Quality upon receipt of Return Material Authorizations (RMA’s).
Performs other duties as assigned.