Shipping and Receiving Clerk

POLYTEK DEVELOPMENT CORP; South Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Polytek Development Corp. is seeking a highly organized warehouse associate to support shipping, receiving and material handling in our Minnesota facility.

The role involves picking orders, packing, loading trucks, using a handheld computer, and maintaining accurate inventory records. You will operate a forklift, follow hazard materials shipping guidelines, and ensure safety and efficiency in daily warehouse tasks.

Qualifications

• Must understand, speak, write and read English.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Licensed forklift truck operator.

Responsibilities

• Pick orders from racking and log orders into hand-held computer.
• Pack outgoing shipments and load onto trucks when needed.
• Receive incoming shipments and verify materials delivered match purchase order.
• Record receipt, approval and location of raw materials using hand-held computer.
• Stocking/Rotating finished goods and raw material inventories.
• Warehouse housekeeping and packing

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Stamina for standing and lifting up to

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Polytek® Development Corp. is a leading manufacturer of mold making and casting materials. Polytek® is currently looking for a highly motivated, experienced, and extremely organized individual to join our rapidly expanding company.

Essential Job Functions:

• Pick orders from racking and log orders into hand-held computer.
• Pack outgoing shipments and load onto trucks when needed.
• Use vacuum lifts for 5-gal pail handling and packing.
• Use computer to generate shipping papers and labels.
• Keep work area neat and uncluttered.
• Willing & able to learn and follow Hazardous Materials shipping regulations.
• Use Transportation Management System program, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• File and track purchase orders.
• Greet truck drivers and ensure that they stay in receiving area.
• Receive incoming shipments and verify that materials delivered match purchase order.
• Record receipt, approval and location of raw materials using hand-held computer.
• Communicate with Quality Control personnel to facilitate product approval.
• Unload trucks as required.
• Manage loading of empty containers into return trailer.
• Move pallets of drums/materials with forklift and place on racks.
• Present and maintain a positive attitude with regards to Polytek management policies and instructions.
• Report safety concerns immediately to Shipping & Receiving Manager, Vice President of Operations or Environmental Health & Safety Director.
• Follow all rules set forth in Polytek’s Employee Policy Manual.
• Place raw materials into racking and record location using hand-held computer.
• Place finished products into racking and record location using hand-held computer.
• Stocking/Rotating finished goods and raw material inventories.
• Warehouse housekeeping.
• Maintain Packaging Inventory.
• Finished Product Kit Assembly.
• Package Accessory products, ie. Hemp, Tietex.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time and perform repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, squat, walk, stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and repeatedly ascend/descend short flights of stairs/ladders for a full shift.
• Must be able to talk, hear and see with vision abilities including close/near, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must wear job-specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for entirety of shift.

Education and Experience:

• Must be able to understand, speak, write and read English.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Licensed forklift truck operator.
• One year manufacturing experience preferred; on the job training to be provided.
• Basic computer experience.

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.