Shipping & Receiving Representative

Link Engineering Company•Dearborn, MI

About The Position

Link Engineering Company is hiring a Shipping & Receiving Representative in Dearborn, Michigan. The representative is responsible for inspecting incoming materials and components as required, matching packing lists against purchase orders, recording receipts in the ERP system, and placing parts in inventory or on job shelves. The role also handles domestic and international shipments, including packages, truckloads, and containers. The position involves maintaining accurate shipping, receiving, and inventory records; coordinating with other areas about nonconforming materials; and moving materials safely using required equipment. The role is based in a mixed office and test laboratory environment and includes hands-on work. Evening or weekend work may be required, and domestic travel may be up to 10%.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience in a shipping/receiving position or related field.
Strong time-organization skills and sense of urgency.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently with little to no supervision and as part of a team.
General knowledge of the purchasing process from beginning to end.
Proven knowledge of web-based shipping programs, such as UPS.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities including bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, and tasks requiring hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity; the position may also involve sitting for long periods.
Ability to walk, speak verbally and read in English, see with corrective lenses, hear, and use a computer.
Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as required.
Ability to travel domestically up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification.
Previous experience with web-based programs such as UPS and with an ERP system, particularly Epicor.

Responsibilities

Handle shipping and receiving activities as needed.
Complete receiving orders in the Epicor ERP system and keep the database up to date.
Label incoming material with identification stickers to support inventory records.
Route incoming material to inventory, job shelves, or the person it is addressed to.
Communicate with the corresponding area about nonconforming material.
Maintain accurate inventory levels to support inventory requirements.
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure the correct parts are ordered for jobs and safety stock, as directed.
Follow safety policies and practices, including 5S and LEAN methodologies.
Perform basic troubleshooting of the shipping and receiving database to maintain accurate records.
Perform general housekeeping as instructed by management.
Move materials safely and in a controlled manner using required equipment.
Follow shipping and receiving procedures and maintain working knowledge of LINK's shipping and receiving database.
Assist with on-the-job training for other LINK personnel in the Shipping and Receiving Department, if required.
Develop and implement material movement methods and procedures as instructed.
Submit an accurate labor ticket daily.
Use available safety equipment and ensure work is performed safely.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Perform duties aligned with LINK Group's core values.