Shipper Receiver - First Shift

Greif; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif in Austell, GA is seeking a Shipper Receiver for the first shift to support daily shipping operations and ensure timely, accurate fulfillment. Responsibilities include loading and unloading trailers with forklifts, verifying shipments, staging products, and maintaining a clean, safe dock while coordinating with drivers and warehouse staff.

Candidates with typically less than 2 years of experience, forklift experience, and the ability to read shipping documents are preferred; Greif offers a

Qualifications

• Typically possesses less than 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in warehouse, shipping, or receiving preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to read shipping documents and work instructions.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organization and teamwork.
• Good physical stamina.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers safely and efficiently using forklifts.
• Verify shipment accuracy by checking quantities, part numbers, and shipping documentation.
• Stage and organize products for outbound shipments according to shipping schedules and customer requirements.
• Inspect trailers before loading to ensure they meet safety and cleanliness standards.
• Secure freight properly to prevent damage during transportation.
• Complete and maintain bills of lading, shipping documents, and electronic shipment records.
• Coordinate with drivers, warehouse personnel, and supervisors to support daily shipping activities.
• Identify and report damaged materials, inventory discrepancies, and shipping issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dock area.
• Support inventory control efforts through accurate product handling and movement.
• Follow all safety procedures and company standards.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Forklift experience

Reading shipping documents

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Workplace safety

Physical stamina

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Our Vision

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

Our Purpose

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #

035010 Shipper Receiver - First Shift (Open)

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers safely and efficiently using forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Verify shipment accuracy by checking quantities, part numbers, and shipping documentation.
• Stage and organize products for outbound shipments according to shipping schedules and customer requirements.
• Inspect trailers before loading to ensure they meet safety and cleanliness standards.
• Secure freight properly to prevent damage during transportation.
• Complete and maintain bills of lading, shipping documents, and electronic shipment records.
• Coordinate with drivers, warehouse personnel, and supervisors to support daily shipping activities.
• Identify and report damaged materials, inventory discrepancies, and shipping issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe dock area.
• Support inventory control efforts through accurate product handling and movement.
• Follow all safety procedures and company standards.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Typically possesses less than 2 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Previous warehouse, shipping, or receiving, experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to read shipping documents and work instructions.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Inventory control knowledge
• Organization and time management skills
• Effective communication and commitment to teamwork
• Problem solving skills
• Practices workplace safety
• Good physical stamina and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work with a team in a fast pace environment
• Solution oriented problem solver

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.

Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $17.55 - $28.03 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between17.55 to28.03. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. If the competitive wage is equal in both fields, the starting rate is the same for all applicants that apply for this role. The starting rate is not representative of future compensation increases. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

EEO Statement

https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.