Assistant, Shipping and Receiving

McLane Company, Inc.; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

Life insurance

Vacation & sick leave

Paid holidays after 90 days

401(k) Profit Sharing

Pet insurance

Parental leave

Employee assistance programs

Discount programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. in Hebron, Kentucky, is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Assistant to maintain schedules, process purchase orders, and coordinate with buyers, vendors, and carriers to ensure on-time shipments.

This role requires a High School Diploma or GED, at least 2 years in distribution, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. You will verify shipments, communicate receipts, and keep accurate records while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 2+ years work experience, preferably in the distribution industry.
• Experience with Microsoft Office systems.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely.

Responsibilities

• Maintain schedule of incoming & outgoing shipments.
• Receive purchase orders, print pallet tags, and coordinate with buyers, vendors, and carriers to ensure proper orders are received on schedule.
• Communicate receipts of all products timely to appropriate leaders.
• Communicate no call, no shows, and rescheduled shipments; ensure advance receipts are communicated.
• Inspect shipments for damages and verify per order requirements.
• Contact manager if a mistake is identified and label shipments prior to loading.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

English literacy

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Start a fulfilling career as a Shipping and Receiving Assistant!

We're a team. Our success is driven by the collective effort of each member in our warehouse, which has set us apart in the industry for 130+ years. We’re dedicated to collectively challenging any supply chain problem with top-of-the-line technology and safety measures carried throughout the process. We wouldn't be where we are without our warehouse team. It's why we’ve built a culture-focused and diverse environment for you that offers opportunities for advancement with industry-leading benefits.

As a Shipping and Receiving Assistant, you will maintain and update department files and reports. Assist other internal departments as required by providing documentation, files, and support. Works with DC to ensure contents match the order.

Benefits You Can Count On

• Pay rate: $20.00 per hour.
• 3rd shift; Tuesday-Friday, 9:00pm start time.
• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What you’ll do as a Shipping and Receiving Assistant:

• Maintain schedule of incoming & outgoing shipments.
• Receive purchase orders, print pallet tags, and work closely with buyers, vendors, and carriers as well as receiving teammates to ensure that the proper purchase orders are received according to the schedule.
• Communicate receipts of all products timely to appropriate leaders.
• Also communicate no call, no shows, and rescheduled shipments. Ensure that shipments received in advance are also communicated timely.
• Inspect shipments to ensure they are no damages.
• Verify shipments per order requirements.
• Contact manager if a mistake is identified.
• Label shipments prior to loading.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications You’ll Bring As a Warehouse Teammate

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. 2 or more years work experience, preferably in the distribution industry.
• Experience with Microsoft Office systems.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Organized
• Problem solver
• Teamwork oriented
• Safety conscious
• Detailed

Moving America forward — together.

We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of teammates for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/

Primary Location United States-Kentucky-Hebron

Work Locations DC Bluegrass

Business Unit GR490

Schedule Full-time

Shift 1st - Day

Employee Status Regular