Shipping and Receiving Associate

Software Placement Group; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group in Manchester, CT is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Associate for a full-time, on-site role. You will help move incoming materials and outgoing orders accurately and on time, working closely with drivers, vendors, and sales colleagues.

The position emphasizes organization, dependability, and familiarity with shipping software and ERP systems, with physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with shipping/inventory software.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Receive UPS, FedEx, and LTL shipments; verify quantities against PO and packing slips.
• Pack, label, and stage outgoing orders to meet daily shipping deadlines.
• Prepare shipping labels and bills of lading; keep inventory records current in systems.
• Coordinate with drivers, vendors, and sales colleagues to keep shipments moving on schedule.
• Maintain a clean, organized loading dock and storage area.

Skills

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

UPS

FedEx

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Manchester, CT | Schedule: Full-time, on-site

Overview

An established distribution operation is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Associate to support the accurate, on-time movement of incoming materials and outgoing orders. This role is well-suited to someone organized, dependable, and comfortable working with shipping records and warehouse teams.

What you'll do

• Receive UPS, FedEx, and LTL shipments; check goods for damage and verify quantities against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Pack, label, and stage outgoing orders accurately to meet daily shipping deadlines.
• Prepare shipping labels and bills of lading, and keep inventory and shipment records current in company systems.
• Coordinate with drivers, vendors, and sales colleagues to keep shipments moving on schedule.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe loading dock and storage area.

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory or shipping software, such as UPS, FedEx, or ERP systems.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred qualifications

• One to two years of warehouse, shipping, receiving, or logistics experience preferred; candidates with strong organizational skills are also encouraged to apply.
• Forklift certification, or willingness to obtain it, is a plus.

Why this role

This role offers the chance to play a key part in keeping materials and orders moving accurately and on schedule, working closely with drivers, vendors, and sales colleagues.