Shipping / Receiving Specialist - 1st Shift

Woodward, Inc.•Loves Park, IL

2d•$17 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Estimated hourly base pay: $17.31 (minimum) - $22.60 (midpoint) - $27.88 (maximum) All Levels are eligible for the benefits below: All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity. 401(k) match (4.5%) Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%) Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays. Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. Paid parental leave. Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits. Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life Member referral bonus Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Requirements

Experience in shipping and receiving processes, databases and activities
Strong attention to detail, problem solving and communications skills
Ability to work with strict deadlines and manage tasks and priorities effectively
Proficient with inventory management software, Microsoft and various other computer programs
Proven customer service skills
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of Logistics processes including all relevant documented instructions.

Responsibilities

Processing Orders: Inspect and verify goods against purchase orders, work orders, and sales orders to ensure accuracy and quality.
Product Handling: Prepare and process orders, ensuring timely and accurate dispatch of products, and to verify appropriate packaging and handling codes for transporting of product.
Inventory Management: The specialist maintains accurate inventory records, oversees stock levels, and conducts regular inventory audits to ensure consistency between physical counts and system data.
Documentation: Handle and organize all necessary shipping, receiving, logistics documentation to ensure compliance and traceability.
Equipment Operation and Maintenance: The role involves operating and maintaining material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks, and ensuring the work area is organized and safe.