Shipper/Receiver & Material Handler

Wittmann Group; Torrington, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wittmann Group is seeking a Warehouse Associate to perform manual and clerical warehousing duties, including receiving, stocking and distributing materials. The role requires safe forklift operation and adherence to OSHA guidelines, with focus on maintaining organized inventory and accurate shipping documentation.

The position involves crate construction, FIFO warehouse organization, and coordination with carriers for inbound and outbound shipments.

Qualifications

• Stockroom experience preferred; 2-4 years in warehousing or similar role.
• Must lift 50 lbs+ and operate a forklift following OSHA guidelines.
• Familiarity with shipping/receiving documentation and processes.
• Ability to plan, organize and maintain accurate records of materials.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store and distribute materials within the warehouse.
• Maintain organized work area and comply with safety guidelines.
• Operate forklift and assist in crate construction as needed.
• Support inventory controls including cycle counts and quarterly scrapes.
• Process inbound/outbound shipments with proper packing and documentation (bills of lading, packing lists).
• Coordinate with shipping carriers and verify correct crate locations and quantities.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Shipping & Receiving

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Sage platform

ShipGear

Job description

Description

This position will perform manual and clerical warehousing duties as required to receive, store and distribute materials while organizing and maintaining warehouse inventory.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Maintain forklift certification and OSHA safety guidelines
• Construct wooden crates to be used in the shipping of our equipment using both prebuilt kits and/or by creating a special crating to accommodate unique sized equipment or packages.
• Keep an organized work area at all times.
• Organize warehouse by FIFO method while maintaining a constant flow of new to aging equipment by product line.
• Locate and distribute warehouse equipment as required for work order releases per Sage platform
• Handling of lumber kits and losse lumber to be used for the building of crates which are used for proper shipping specification
• Receive and stock materials from UPS,FedEX, Air, Container shipments while reviewing packing lists for correct building locations. Revaluate inbound appreances for dameages and note carrier documentation.
• Support Parts department in fulfilling orders using Shipgear platform ( UPS,FedEX small package)
• Maintain proper documentation of outgoing shipments in terms of packing procedures, damage liability, photos and proper use of paperwork provided (Bills of lading, packing list,label, stickers) to assure that you are shipping what is specified in detail on outbound customer orders.
• Maintain a "Customer Friendly" and professional attitude when dealing with customers internal and external, trucking companies and teamates.
• Assist in logging in and issuing identification badge to any persons who enter the building through the shipping and receiving department who are not employed by Wittmann-Battenfeld Inc.
• Provide input on daily process concerns to create a better workflow environment
• Work with supervisor to create quarterly material scrap reports and cycle count audits
• Mandatory involvement of annual inventory control counts

Requirements

Experience in a stockroom and warehousing are mandatory. Needs to be able to lift an excess of 50lbs. Ability to maneuver a forklift properly while adhering to OSHA guidelines.

Education: High School Diploma

Experience: 2-4 years’ experience in similar position desirable.

Certifications/Licenses: Forklift

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Candidate must be able to work effectively on your own and as a team player. Familiar with basic shipping and receiving procedures involving proper documentation and processing of all received products. Ability to plan & organize, maintain records, meet schedules and timelines, safety practices and related software applications. Forklift/Crane operation allowing for the safe placement and removal from stock of all Wittmann related parts and components.