Shipping & Receiving Associate

Smartlam NA Dothan LLC•Dothan, AL

3d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

SmartLam North America is hiring Shipping and Receiving Associates for its Dothan team. The role accepts and processes inbound shipments, verifies delivered items, unloads trucks, stores items appropriately, and processes returns. Associates load outbound trucks according to instructions and secure materials to prevent shifting or damage in transit. They attach identifying tags or labels, help ensure efficient shipping and receiving processes, and promptly resolve discrepancies. The role requires teamwork, attention to detail, safe product handling, and a commitment to quality and high standards. Associate I is listed at $18.00–$20.00 per hour for candidates with minimal experience; Associate II is listed at $20.00–$23.00 per hour for experienced candidates, including those with forklift or manufacturing experience. The position is performed on-site; remote work is not available. Work takes place outdoors in Montana weather conditions, and SmartLam provides rain and cold-weather gear. The role involves operating material-handling equipment, including forklifts, and maintaining the yard and equipment. It is physically demanding and includes frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather, vibration, and usually loud noise.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Previous warehouse experience.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Basic math skills.
Familiarity with shipping and receiving practices and material-handling methods.
Attention to detail, good communication skills, and organizational skills.
Good understanding of warehouse safety regulations.
Commitment to excellence and high standards; strong interpersonal skills.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Ability to prioritize and manage workflow, balance team and individual responsibilities, and understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work outside in all Montana weather conditions; rain and cold-weather gear is provided.
Physical ability to perform the job’s demands, including regularly lifting or moving up to 60 pounds unaided and exerting up to 100 pounds of force when using a manual lifting device.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification is preferred; the employer is willing to train.
Forklift or manufacturing experience is noted for the Associate II pay tier.

Responsibilities

Load outbound trucks and unload inbound trucks.
Unload incoming lumber shipments, organize received items, and store them in appropriate areas.
Inspect deliveries to verify they match order and invoice criteria, and inspect incoming products for damage.
Process returns for incorrect or unsatisfactory items.
Follow loading instructions, verify lumber materials for delivery, and load trucks safely and on time.
Maintain a professional attitude, conduct, and appearance.
Identify and resolve problems with team members and/or managers.
Operate material-handling equipment, including forklifts, and follow onsite forklift safety requirements.
Perform routine inspections of equipment, tools, and machines, and notify maintenance staff and supervisors when maintenance is needed.
Maintain yard cleanliness and neat stacks of wood.
Develop product knowledge to answer questions accurately.
Follow all safety rules and regulations.
Communicate and coordinate with managers, supervisors, maintenance staff, and peers.
Move products safely around the warehouse or facility to support production flow.
Position lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and secure materials for transport.
Complete required paperwork, including bills of lading and material consumption sheets.
Load and unload flatbed trucks and box vans as needed.
Use proper ergonomics while stacking and lifting lumber and mounting and dismounting forklifts, including the 35,000-pound forklift (Big Red).
Perform other duties assigned by management.