Shipping & Receiving Specialist III

Mesa Labs Career•Lakewood, CO

5d•$20 - $25

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference? At Mesa Labs we’re passionate about protecting the vulnerable by enabling scientific breakthroughs, ensuring product integrity, increasing patient and worker safety, and improving quality of life around the world. At Mesa Labs we offer competitive wages, including bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package. Base Compensation Range: $19.59/ hour – $24.52/ hour This position is eligible for an annual 10% bonus opportunity in addition to the base salary Outstanding Benefits and Perks: We are proud to offer a variety of benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees: Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start Tiered Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts Company paid short term and long-term disability (unless covered by a state disability plan) Company paid life insurance and AD&D 3 weeks of accrued vacation time; accruals begin on Day 1 Paid sick leave of 48 hours per calendar year Eligible employees may receive four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave after 1 year of service or in accordance with state leave laws 401(k) plan that provides a 4% Safe Harbor company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1 Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life Nine (9) paid company holidays per year Overtime opportunities This position supports our Calibration Solutions business. Our Calibration Solutions portfolio uses the principles of advanced metrology to enable customers to measure and calibrate critical parameters in applications such as Environmental and Process Monitoring, Dialysis, Gas Flow, Air Quality, and Torque Testing. Job Summary The Shipping & Receiving Specialist (Level 3) is an experienced logistics team member responsible for coordinating, executing, and documenting all outbound material movement for the manufacturing facility. This role ensures accurate inventory control, timely shipments, and compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations. Level 3 specialists are subject-matter experts who troubleshoot issues and support continuous improvement within the warehouse.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
4-6 years of experience in a shipping/receiving or warehouse role in a manufacturing environment.
Proficient with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Epicor) and barcode scanners.
Valid forklift certification or ability to obtain one.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Operational Accuracy: Consistently meets quality and documentation standards.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in material handling equipment and ERP transactions.
Reliability: Strong time management and dependability.
Safety Mindset: Actively contributes to a safe working environment.
Team Collaboration: Helps others and supports cross-functional communication.

Nice To Haves

Experience with international shipments (commercial invoices, export documentation, customs requirements).
Knowledge of quality systems (ISO 9001 or similar).
Familiarity with lean manufacturing or 5S principles.

Responsibilities

Prepare, package, and stage outbound shipments to meet customer, carrier, and regulatory requirements.
Generate shipping documents (BOLs, packing lists, labels) in ERP or shipping systems.
Load trucks safely using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment.
Verify accuracy of orders, quantities, and lot/serial information prior to shipping.
Coordinate daily pick-ups with carriers and communicate delays or issues as needed.
Maintain accurate shipping, receiving, and inventory documentation in compliance with company policies and ISO/quality standards.
Follow all safety procedures and participate in ongoing safety programs.
Ensure compliance with hazardous materials handling (if applicable).

Benefits

Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start
Tiered Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options
Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts
Company paid short term and long-term disability (unless covered by a state disability plan)
Company paid life insurance and AD&D
3 weeks of accrued vacation time; accruals begin on Day 1
Paid sick leave of 48 hours per calendar year
Eligible employees may receive four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave after 1 year of service or in accordance with state leave laws
401(k) plan that provides a 4% Safe Harbor company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1
Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life
Nine (9) paid company holidays per year
Overtime opportunities