Receiving Associate

VanTran Industries, Inc.; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

The Receiving Associate at VanTran Industries, Inc. is responsible for receiving, inspecting, and processing incoming shipments to ensure materials are accurate, undamaged, and properly documented.

This role supports inventory accuracy and timely material availability for production. The role requires inspecting shipments, verifying against purchase orders, recording receipts in the ERP system, and labeling and routing materials to storage or production while maintaining a safe, organized

Qualifications

• Warehouse or receiving experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Forklift certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and damage.
• Verify deliveries against purchase orders, packing slips, and shipping documents.
• Record receipts in the ERP/inventory management system.
• Label, organize, and route materials to appropriate storage or production areas.
• Report discrepancies, shortages, or damaged goods.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe receiving area.
• Coordinate with purchasing, warehouse, and production teams.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Inventory system knowledge

Forklift certification

Receiving inspection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Receiving Associate

Job Summary

The Receiving Associate is responsible for receiving, inspecting, and processing incoming shipments to ensure materials are accurate, undamaged, and properly documented. This role supports inventory accuracy and timely material availability for production.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and damage.
• Verify deliveries against purchase orders, packing slips, and shipping documents.
• Record receipts in the ERP/inventory management system.
• Label, organize, and route materials to appropriate storage or production areas.
• Report discrepancies, shortages, or damaged goods.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe receiving area.
• Coordinate with purchasing, warehouse, and production teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous warehouse or receiving experience preferred.
• Basic computer and inventory system knowledge.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Forklift certification is a plus.