Shipping & Receiving / Inventory Specialist & Counter Sales - Temp-to-hire position

LEGACY SAFETY AND CONSULTING LLC•Hobbs, NM

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Shipping & Receiving Inventory Specialist to join our team. This role combines warehouse operations, logistics coordination, inventory management, and customer-facing counter sales. The ideal candidate is organized, efficient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while delivering excellent customer service. This position begins as a temporary assignment with the opportunity to convert to a permanent role after a probationary period of 90 days based on performance and company needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
1–3 years of experience in warehouse, logistics, shipping/receiving, or inventory roles.
Ability to operate forklifts/pallet jacks (certification a plus).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Basic computer skills (inventory systems, email, data entry).
Ability to lift 50 lbs and work on your feet throughout the day.
Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience in counter sales or customer service preferred.
Ability to operate forklifts/pallet jacks (certification a plus).

Responsibilities

Receive incoming shipments; verify accuracy of orders, quantities, and materials.
Inspect products for damages and report discrepancies.
Prepare and package outgoing shipments following company and carrier guidelines.
Coordinate pickups, deliveries, and freight schedules with carriers.
Maintain accurate shipping and receiving documentation.
Organize and maintain warehouse layout for efficiency and safety.
Perform routine inventory counts (cycle counts & full counts).
Track inventory levels and report shortages or overstock issues.
Ensure all products are properly labeled, stored, and recorded in the system.
Assist with inventory forecasting and restocking needs.
Greet and assist customers at the counter with product selection and order processing.
Provide knowledgeable recommendations based on customer needs.
Process sales transactions (in-person and phone orders).
Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-friendly sales counter area.
Communicate order statuses and lead times to customers.
Keep warehouse clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
Load and unload trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks (if certified).
Coordinate internal logistics to ensure timely movement of materials.
Support workflow between warehouse, purchasing, and sales teams.