Receiving Technician

Sunbelt Solomon; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Solomon is seeking a Receiving Specialist to manage all incoming and outgoing shipments of transformers. You will verify items against packing lists or POs, inspect for damage, label and route materials, and maintain precise records to support production schedules.

Responsibilities include cycle counts, operating forklifts/cranes, coordinating with internal teams, and ensuring a safe, compliant receiving area.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of mechanical and/or electrical field experience preferred.
• Basic MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
• WMS experience preferred.
• OSHA10 certification preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts/cranes or other material handling equipment preferred.
• Strong safety compliance track record.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming shipments, verify items against packing lists or purchase orders.
• Inspect incoming materials for damage or defects and report discrepancies.
• Label, sort, and distribute incoming materials to designated storage areas.
• Maintain accurate records of all incoming inventory, including tracking numbers, dates, and quantities.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely delivery of materials for production schedules.
• Assist in inventory management by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, hoists, cranes, and pallet jacks.
• Maintain a clean and organized shipping and receiving area, adhering to safety guidelines and best practices.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, carriers, and internal stakeholders to resolve receiving issues.
• Match incoming transformers unit information and assign inventory control number.
• Sort incoming transformers—Scrap and Inventory.
• Tag incoming transformers according to oil pumping guide and PCB content.
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly workstation.
• Other assigned duties as needed.
• Complete company compliance and safety training when required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

High School or GED

Tools

MS Office

WMS

Forklift experience

Job description

Receiving Specialist is responsible for managing all incoming and outgoing shipments of transformers into the facility. They will partner with load management on verification of inventory assets to ensure adherence to company standards. Compliance with all safety requirements, product quality standards, and company policies are essential functions of this role.

• Complete virtual warehouse transactions.

• Receive incoming shipments, verifying the accuracy of items received against packing lists or purchase orders.

• Inspect incoming materials for damage or defects and report any discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.

• Label, sort, and distribute incoming materials to the designated storage areas.

• Maintain accurate records of all incoming inventory, including tracking numbers, dates, and quantities.

• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely delivery of materials for production schedules.

• Assist in inventory management by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.

• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, hoist crane or pallet jacks to move materials within the shop.

• Maintain a clean and organized shipping and receiving area, adhering to safety guidelines and best practices.

• Communicate effectively with vendors, carriers, and internal stakeholders to resolve any receiving issues.

• Match incoming transformers unit information and assign inventory control number.

• Sort incoming transformers- Scrap and Inventory.

• Tag incoming transformers according to oil pumping guide and PCB content.

• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly workstation.

• Other assigned duties as needed.

• High School or GED required.

• 1-3 years of mechanical and/or electrical field experience preferred.

• Basic skills in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) required.

• WMS (Warehouse Management System) experience preferred.

• Material handling equipment experience (forklift, crane, etc.) preferred.

• OSHA10 certified preferred.

• A proven track record in safety excellence is required.

• Adheres to all safety and environmental compliance regulations set by the organization. Notify management immediately of any safety concern(s), hazardous conditions, or injuries.

• Ability to read and interpret work orders.

• Meet department and production goals set by supervisor.

• Ensure product quality meets company and client expectations.

• Possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, cooperative attitude, strong attention to detail and can work in a team environment.

• Adheres to the company's employee handbook policies and embodies the organization's core values.

• Ability to learn other department job functions and fill in as needed.

• Complete company compliance and safety training when required.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast-paced work environment.

• Physical requirements for this role include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lift 50lbs floor to waist and waist to shoulder multiple times.

• Standing and walking for long durations.

• Bending, squatting, and kneeling multiple times for long durations.

• The ability to climb up and down a ladder multiple times.

• Balance and stand on a ladder with three points of contact for extended periods of time.

• Comfortable working in the heat and cold due to manufacturing facilities not being climate controlled.