Shipping and Receiving

Harrington; South Holland (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrington in South Holland, IL is seeking a Shipping and Receiving associate. Working with minimal supervision, you will match products to customer orders, prepare shipments, and ensure accuracy of bills of lading.

You will also prepare records for incoming materials and manage staging for delivery. This non-exempt, full-time role requires a high school diploma and at least two years shipping experience; candidates should be able to operate a tow motor and overhead crane, and communicate

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two years shipping experience preferred.
• Must read, write and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Match product with customer orders and prepare for delivery.
• Prepare bills of lading and ensure order accuracy.
• Load shipments using tow motor/overhead crane and verify packaging.
• Maintain shipment records and provide tracking information.
• Overtime may be required during busy periods.

Skills

Shipping experience

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tow motor

Overhead crane

UPS software

Job description

Basic Function

Working with little direct supervision, this employee matches product with customer orders and prepares product for delivery. Prepares required bills of lading and ensures all orders are complete and accurate. Records of incoming material are prepared and matched with daily receipts and delivers receipts to a staging area.

JOB TITLE: SHIPPING AND RECEIVING

Non-Exempt Position

REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor

DEPARTMENT: Production

Basic Function

Working with little direct supervision, this employee matches product with customer orders and prepares product for delivery. Prepares required bills of lading and ensures all orders are complete and accurate. Records of incoming material are prepared and matched with daily receipts and delivers receipts to a staging area.

General Job Responsibilities

• Accurately matches product to be shipped with customer order and verifies order for accuracy.
• Prepares orders for shipment (boxing/skids) ensuring product will not be damaged during transportation.
• Notifies Manager of any discrepancies with customer orders and/or orders that cannot / will not ship.
• Uses overhead crane, tow motor and/or hand truck to load product on vehicles for shipment.
• Weighs all outgoing materials and determines the most economical method to ship.
• Prepare and maintain records of shipments and receipts as required to provide tracking and traceability.
• Ability to work overtime as required, which can be frequent during busy times.
• Keep work area orderly, clean, and safe.
• Must exhibit interpersonal skills sufficient to perform as an active team member.
• Perform other duties as assigned and/or requested by Company Management.

Job Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or acceptable equivalent.
• Must be able to read, write and understand the English language.
• A minimum of two years of shipping experience preferred.
• UPS software experience desired.
• Must be able to safely operate tow motor and other material handling equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Stand frequently, walk frequently and sit rarely.

Other Requirements

• Conduct all interaction with customers, representatives, co-workers, and supervisors in a focused, positive, courteous, and respectful manner.
• Regular attendance is an essential element of the job. Unplanned absences have the potential to impair the operation of the department and diminish effectiveness of the company.

NOTE

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It represents typical duties and criteria necessary to successfully fulfill the responsibilities of the position. Other duties may be required at the discretion of supervision or management.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.