Shipping/Receiving Associate II

CoorsTek, Inc. • Worcester, MA

5d • $22 - $26 • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for supporting daily shipping and receiving operations, with a strong emphasis on material movement, inventory organization, and warehouse coordination. This role focuses heavily on receiving, internal transport of materials (including plasma components), and maintaining an organized flow of goods across the facility.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in shipping, receiving, or warehouse operations
• Strong background in receiving, inventory movement, and warehouse organization
• Experience operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts (required)
• Familiarity with warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and cherry-picker–style lifts
• Experience using major carrier systems (UPS, FedEx, DHL)
• Ability to read tape measures and utilize basic measuring tools for packaging
• Comfortable building pallets and preparing shipments to standard specifications
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn internal systems
• Solid understanding of shipping/receiving processes and basic documentation
• Ability to manage material flow and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams
• Comfortable working in a physically active environment with frequent movement throughout the facility
• Ability to work with diverse teams and backgrounds

Responsibilities

• Perform daily shipping, receiving, and warehouse tasks following established procedures and work instructions with limited supervision.
• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials and products for accuracy, damage, and proper labeling.
• Coordinate and execute movement of materials, including plasma parts, between receiving, storage, and shipping areas.
• Own pallet movement across the facility, including transferring materials between staging areas and shipping docks.
• Maintain and organize storage racks and newly established staging areas to ensure efficient material flow.
• Prepare, build, and organize pallets and crates for shipment according to standard packaging requirements.
• Process shipments using carrier systems (UPS, FedEx, DHL), including preparing required documentation such as packing slips, bills of lading, and shipping records.
• Verify physical counts against documentation to ensure shipping and inventory accuracy.
• Utilize material handling equipment such as sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks, and similar equipment (including cherry-picker–style units).
• Order and maintain shipping supplies as needed (boxes, packaging materials, etc.).
• Support cycle counts and inventory tracking of finished goods as required.
• Interact with internal teams (Sales, Planning, Manufacturing) and external carriers to support daily operations.
• Accurately enter and maintain data within internal systems.
• Assist with cross-training and support other operational areas as needed.
• Maintain compliance with all safety procedures and training requirements.
• Support operations after standard hours as needed to ensure material movement and workflow continuity.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Company-Matched 401K (USA only)
• Company-Matched Pension Plan (CANADA only)
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with Company Contribution
• Wellness Reimbursement Program (USA only)
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Legal Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & more) (USA only)
• Safety Programs (reimbursement for safety shoes and company provided safety glasses)
• Performance-Based Bonuses for all Employees
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Mentorship Program
• Community & Volunteer Events

What This Job Offers

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