Shipping and Receiving

Openwork; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Openwork LLC is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Associate to join our warehouse operations team. You will unload inbound shipments, verify materials, label and stage goods, and prepare outbound orders with accuracy and efficiency.

The role emphasizes careful counting, inventory organization, equipment operation (pallet jacks, forklifts), and teamwork to keep production flowing safely in a fast-paced environment. Safety and accurate documentation are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping, receiving, or warehouse operations.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment (pallet jack, forklift, reach truck).
• Strong attention to detail with counts, labels, and part numbers.
• Ability to lift, stack, and move materials safely.
• Basic computer and scanning system knowledge.
• Reliable attendance and ability to maintain pace.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Inbound receiving: unload trucks, verify materials, inspect for damage or shortages.
• Outbound shipping: prepare orders, label boxes, palletize, stage for pickup.
• Material handling: operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and carts.
• Order accuracy: count materials, verify part numbers, ensure items match orders.
• Inventory organization: stock shelves, maintain bin locations, rotate inventory.
• Documentation: complete receiving logs, update inventory systems, report discrepancies.
• Warehouse safety: follow PPE and safety rules, keep areas clean.
• Team communication: coordinate with leads, drivers, and staff to ensure workflow.

Skills

Shipping/receiving operations

MHE operation

Attention to detail

Lifting/moving materials

Basic computer/scan systems

Reliability/punctuality

Communication & teamwork

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Reach truck

Job description

Openwork is looking for reliable Shipping & Receiving Associates to support warehouse operations. This role is responsible for accurately receiving incoming materials, organizing inventory, preparing outbound orders, and ensuring all products move through the warehouse safely and efficiently.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inbound Receiving — Unload trucks, verify incoming materials, match packing slips, and inspect items for damage or shortages.
• Outbound Shipping — Prepare orders for shipment, label boxes, palletize product, and stage materials for pickup.
• Material Handling — Safely operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and carts to move electrical parts, reels, conduit, and heavy inventory.
• Order Accuracy — Count materials, verify part numbers, check quantities, and ensure all items match customer orders.
• Inventory Organization — Stock shelves, maintain bin locations, rotate inventory, and keep aisles clear and organized.
• Documentation — Complete receiving logs, update inventory systems, and report discrepancies to supervisors.
• Warehouse Safety — Follow PPE requirements, equipment safety rules, and maintain clean, hazard?free work areas.
• Team Communication — Coordinate with warehouse leads, drivers, and Shutterfly staff to ensure smooth workflow.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in shipping, receiving, or warehouse operations
• Ability to operate material - Handling equipment (pallet jack, forklift, reach truck)
• Strong attention to detail with counts, labels, and part numbers
• Ability to lift, stack, and move materials safely
• Basic computer and scanning system knowledge
• Reliable attendance and ability to maintain pace
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast paced warehouse supporting Shutterfly production
• Frequent material movement and pallet staging
• Standing, lifting, and physical activity throughout the shift
• Team oriented workflow with daily expectations
• Safety focused environment with structured processes

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