Shipping and Receiving Associate

Vertiv; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Vertiv in Pelzer, SC is seeking a detail‑oriented Receiving Associate to join our logistics team. You will be the first point of contact for incoming materials, unloading deliveries, verifying shipments against purchase orders in our ERP, inspecting for damage, and staging materials safely.

This role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, operating forklifts or pallet jacks, and using WMS/ERP systems to log stock. A strong safety mindset and accuracy are essential to prevent production bottlenecks.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in receiving, warehousing, or logistics.
• Experience with heavy manufacturing or steel fabrication is a plus.
• Forklift certification and ability to operate safely.

Responsibilities

• Unload shipments using forklifts, cranes, or pallet jacks.
• Verify materials against packing slips and B/Ls for accuracy.
• Inspect for damage and report discrepancies to QA.
• Use ERP/WMS to log stock levels upon receipt.
• Label and organize received materials per company standards.
• Assist in cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Move materials to storage bays or production lines.
• Maintain a clean, safe receiving dock per 5S.

Skills

Forklift operation

WMS/ERP systems

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

NetSuite ERP

Job description

Job Title

Receiving Associate

Department

Logistics / Warehouse

Reports To

Shipping, Receiving, & Inventory Manager

Status

Full-Time, Hourly

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented, safety-conscious Receiving Associate to join our production team. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for all incoming materials vital to our steel modular manufacturing process—ranging from heavy structural steel beams and flat stock to paint, welding supplies, and hardware. You will be responsible for unloading deliveries, verifying shipment accuracy against purchase orders in our ERP, inspecting for damage, and ensuring materials are safely staged.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely unload incoming shipments from flatbeds, freight trucks, and containers using forklifts, overhead cranes, or pallet jacks.
  • Handle heavy, bulky, and high-value steel components and construction materials with strict adherence to safety protocols.
• Verify incoming materials against packing slips, bills of lading, and internal purchase orders to ensure accuracy (e.g., correct quantities, dimensions, and material grades).
  • Conduct visual quality inspections for transport damage, rust, or defects, and immediately report discrepancies to Procurement and Quality Assurance.
• Utilize our Inventory Management System / ERP to scan, log, and update stock levels accurately upon receipt.
  • Label, tag, or color‑code received materials (such as steel beams, fasteners, and paint) according to company standards.
  • Assist in periodic cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
• Transport verified materials to designated storage bays, racking systems, or directly to the modular assembly line to prevent production bottlenecks.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free receiving dock and yard in accordance with 5S lean manufacturing principles.

Qualifications & Skills

Required

• Experience: 1–3 years in a receiving, warehousing, or logistics role, preferably within a heavy manufacturing, steel fabrication, or modular construction environment.
• Equipment Certification: Proven experience operating a sit‑down forklift. (Overhead crane or heavy‑capacity forklift experience is a major plus).
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, stand for long periods, and work in an industrial environment that may be subject to temperature variations.
• Tech Literacy: Familiarity with warehouse management software (WMS), ERP systems (like SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite), and handheld barcode scanners.

Preferred

• Knowledge of steel shapes, grades (e.g., A36, A992), and standard hardware used in structural fabrication.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Competencies for Success

• Safety First Mindset: Rigorous commitment to OSHA standards, PPE compliance, and safe lifting/rigging practices.
• Attention to Detail: A sharp eye to catch minor discrepancies in part numbers or quantities before materials hit the production floor.
• Communication: Ability to collaborate effectively with truck drivers, procurement teams, and supervisors.

Work Environment & Benefits

• Environment: This position operates in a loud industrial manufacturing facility and outdoor storage yard. Steel‑toed boots, hard hats, safety glasses, and high‑visibility vests are required at all times.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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