Shipper/Receiver

ADP, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Altamira Material Solutions in Houston, TX is seeking a Shipper/Receiver to perform shipping, receiving and related admin tasks. You will prepare orders, verify against POs, pack and label, and coordinate with forwarding agents for international shipments.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, 2–4 years in a shipping/receiving role, and familiarity with forklift operations and basic math. Physical requirements apply, with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• Requires Accredited High School Diploma or GED.
• 2-4 years experience in a like environment highly preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to operate material handling equipment.
• Basic math skills to count inventory and verify shipments.
• Manual dexterity and ability to stand and handle materials for prolonged periods.
• Forklift operation experience.
• Computer literacy with MS Office, FedEx Ship Manager, UPS WorldShip.

Responsibilities

• Prepare orders for shipment; verify items against purchase orders; pack and label.
• Ships out-going materials; prepare documents using shipping procedures.
• Prepare international shipping documents; communicate with forwarding agents.
• Load and unload materials; verify carton/pallet counts; inspect for damage/shortages.
• Maintain dock cleanliness; ensure safe handling of packaging materials.
• Record discrepancies and obtain driver signatures; manage packing lists.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Basic math

Computer literacy

Forklift operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

FedEx Ship Manager

UPS WorldShip

Job description

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Shipper/Receiver

SHIPPING RECVG Full Time Indirect Labor West Little York, Houston, TX, US

JOB SUMMARY:

The Shipper / Receiver is responsible for completing physical and administrative tasks necessary for the shipping and/or receiving or supplies, materials, and finished products.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares orders for shipment, verifying items against purchase order, adequately packing and labeling packages.
• Ships out-going materials by preparing appropriate documents using knowledge of shipping procedures.
• Prepares International Shipping Documents and communicates with Forwarding agents when applicable.
• Forwards shipping documentation and records for further processing.
• Loads and unloads supplies and equipment, verifying carton or pallet count. Inspects for visible damage, overages, and shortages. Reviews and retains packing lists.
• Maintains a safe work area by observing all safety policies and procedures and accurately storing packaging materials and supplies.
• Receives materials and records data as instructed.
• Documents all discrepancies on delivering carrier's copy and retaining copy of delivery tickets, and obtains driver's signature. Displays this information on packing lists.
• Expedites all shipment of items received to proper destination, requests service forms to ensure delivery, and compares purchase orders and packing lists assuring correct material received.
• Ensures cleanliness of dock.
• Examines contents and compare with records, such as invoices or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming or outgoing shipment
• Escorts unauthorized personnel out of dock area
• Reports visible/hidden damage, and overages or shortages to supervisor.
• Operates various material handling equipment including, but not limited to, forklift trucks, hoists, cranes, motorized or manual conveyors, and other equipment.
• Escorts unauthorized personnel out of dock area

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Accredited High School Diploma or GED
• 2-4 years experience in a like environment highly preferred
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to operate material handling equipment.
• Basic Math skills necessary to count inventory and verify shipments.
• Manual dexterity and physical ability to stand, walk, and handle materials for prolonged periods of time.
• Forklift operation experience .
• Computer literate, must be familiar with computer systems including, but not limited to, MS Office programs, Fed Ex Ship Manager, UPS Worldship as well as business operating systems required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle and feel, as well as reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The physical requirements section describes the physical demands and environment of the job and lists the basic physical conditions needed to perform the job. This section should also list specific physical requirements such as lifting heavy objects and standing for long periods of time.

Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform essential job functions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Applicants may request an accommodation through Human Resources.

Altamira Material Solutions, an Evantic company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Disclaimer

Employment is at will. This posting summarizes the general nature of the role and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.