Shipping/Receiving Coordinator

About the position

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Shipping-Receiving Clerk position in the Global Coatings Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will track inventory of incoming and outgoing product as well as inspect for damage and defect to ensure a high quality finished product.

Responsibilities

• Identify materials being loaded and unloaded to ensure proper storage
• Process orders from beginning to end (full circle) including order-entry and order shipment.
• Ensure all material is properly labeled and accounted for
• Read Customer Orders, Work Orders, Shipping Orders, or Requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed/shipped
• Advise warehouse crew of load amounts, and provide instructions for incorrect amounts
• Double check quality and piece counts on loads prior to shipment
• Operate Forklift in a safe and secure manner
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment and follow facility safety regulations
• Perform other clerical tasks such as typing correspondence, and maintaining filing system.
• Organize warehouse and work area for orderliness at all times and perform general housekeeping of area
• Sign and date bill of lading in a timely manner
• Communication with customers directly primarily over email and phone
• Ability to be trained and certified to operate a forklift in a safe and secure manner.
• Document material certifications in a timely manner
• Serve as a back-up to internal sales in scheduling internal shipments.
• Strong computer skills/data entry

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow written and verbal work instructions
• The ability to accurately read a tape measure
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Outlook
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Nice-to-haves

• One year of previous experience working in a manufacturing environment
• One year of previous experience working in a warehouse
• One year of previous experience operating a Forklift in a professional environment
• The ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more