Inventory Control - Day shift

Sunny Sky Products, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Sign-on Bonus up to $500

PTO – Vacation and Sick Time

401(k) Program with Company Match up 3

Life Insurance

10 Paid Holidays

Perfect Attendance Monthly Bonus up to

Employee Referral Bonus Program up to

Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term DI

Job summary

Sunny Sky Products, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Shipping & Receiving professional to coordinate inbound/outbound shipments, manage inventory, and verify freight documentation. The role requires forklift operation, strong communication, and proficiency with SAP and TMS systems.

The position supports a Monday–Friday schedule (6:30 AM–3:00 PM) with potential overtime. Eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Shipping, Receiving, or Logistics.
• Ability to multitask in fast-paced warehouse and office environments.
• Forklift driving training or safe handling capability.
• Strong organizational skills with high accuracy.
• Professional communication with drivers, carriers, and internal teams.
• Experience with SAP and/or TMS systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments and prepare paperwork.
• Greet/log drivers, verify orders, and track Bills of Lading.
• Route freight through warehouses and generate daily reports.
• Maintain records and support inventory cycle counts.
• Update TMS entries and communicate shipment status to stakeholders.

Skills

Multitasking

Forklift operation

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Tools

SAP

TMS

Job description

Sunny Sky Products prides itself on our commitment and dedication to creating, manufacturing, and delivering top-quality products in the beverage industry. We have generated an extensive product portfolio that includes frozen dispensed beverages, cold dispensed beverages, hot dispensed beverages, and beverage enhancers.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized professional to support Shipping & Receiving, Inventory, and Logistics operations. This role will coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, manage inventory cycle counts, verify shipping documentation, inspect and stage materials, and maintain accurate records in SAP and the Transportation Management System (TMS).

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and computer skills, experience with shipping and receiving operations, and the ability to safely operate a forklift and pallet jack. This position will work closely with suppliers, carriers, and internal teams to ensure materials and freight are handled accurately, safely, and efficiently. Knowledge of company products is a plus.

Major Job Functions

This description is general in nature – the duties listed include, but are not limited to:

Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory:

• Execute and coordinate the daily activities of the shipping office
• Prepare paperwork daily for outbound and inbound shipments
• Greet and log drivers; confirm accurate orders are being picked up and shipped
• Route freight into and out of the secondary warehouse
• Create, verify, and track orders and Bills of Lading; communicate discrepancies to management
• Daily filing/scanning of shipment-related documents
• Manage internal appointment desk through email
• Process and provide daily reports
• Support inventory cycle counts and identifies items requiring replenishment

Logistics Coordination:

• Coordinate all inbound and outbound freight with carriers, suppliers, and internal departments
• Schedule, confirm, or modify appointments for inbound deliveries and outbound pickups
• Track all shipments from pickup through final delivery, proactively resolving delays or issues
• Ensure all shipments are accurately entered into the Transportation Management System (TMS) and statuses are updated in real time
• Communicate shipment updates to Procurement, Production, and Warehouse teams as needed
• Maintain accurate records of freight activities to support KPI tracking and vendor performance
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to freight planning, efficiency, and cost-management

Required Skills / Abilities / Education

• Ability to multitask in fast-paced warehouse and office environments
• Ability to satisfactorily pass forklift driving training or demonstrate safe handling of forklift equipment
• Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage workload effectively
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to interact professionally with drivers, carriers, and internal personnel
• Strong computer skills: experience with SAP and/or TMS systems preferred
• 2+ years of experience in a Shipping, Receiving, or Logistics role

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–3:00 PM, with occasional Saturday work as needed. Eligible for overtime.

• $20.50/hour

Sign-on Bonus up to $500

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 10 Paid Holidays
• PTO – Vacation and Sick Time
• 401(k) Program with Company Match up to 3.5%
• Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Perfect Attendance Monthly Bonus Program up to $100
• Employee Referral Bonus Program up to $500

Sunny Sky Products is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

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