Shipping and Receiving/Technician

Standex International Corporation; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Standex International Corporation in Carol Stream, IL, is seeking a Shipping and Receiving/Utility Technician. This entry-level role involves primary responsibilities for shipping and receiving duties, and provides opportunities to learn and grow through skill development and potential entry into the Engraving Apprentice Program.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with a team, and must have a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Reliable attendance and a proactive attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years in role with similar requirements.
• Must be able to work a standard 40-hour work week with occasional overtime.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Check in tools properly and swiftly.
• Assists in package prep, loading, and unloading trucks.
• Ensures timely data entry into the SAP system.

Skills

Ability to learn new processes

Attention to detail

Keyboarding skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market-leading brands in electronics, cutting‑edge forming technologies, engraving and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next‑generation space vehicles, to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology and much more, we are focused on making what’s next possible.

The Shipping and Receiving/Utility Technician will provide primary coverage for day‑to‑day shipping and receiving duties as well as supplemental support to skilled texturing specialists in a variety of departments throughout the plant. The role is an entry‑level position with an opportunity to learn and grow by enhancing skillsets over time. Tracks for advancement include admittance in the Engraving Apprenticeship program or a single, specialized area, subject to satisfactory performance and development of relevant skill sets.

The position will be reviewed for entry into the Engraving Apprentice Program at around the 6 – 12 month mark, based on performance, interest, and business need.

What You’ll Do

• Shipping and receiving: check in tools properly and swiftly, prepping completed jobs to be shipped back to the customer/tool shop
• Shipping and receiving: assists in areas of package and prep, load, and unload trucks as needed
• Shipping and receiving: completes customers' paperwork, shipping and receiving paperwork – FedEx, UPS, shippers etc. Ensures timely and accurate data entry into SAP system
• Operates tool room equipment such as cranes and hi‑lows
• Provides secondary/back‑up support in other areas, such as Tool Prep (cleaning and prepping tools) and Laser (loading tools in laser engraving machine), etc.
• Follows all OSHA safety guidelines, as well as company policies and procedures
• Communicates problems in a timely manner to Management

What You’ll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 2+ years in role with similar requirements.
• Must be able to work a standard 40‑hour work week with occasional overtime, including weekends as a possibility.
• Sitting and/or standing for an extended period of time as well as some walking within the facility. Reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling (not an all‑inclusive list)
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, collaborative within a team‑centered group.

What We Value

• A desire to grow skillsets, the ability to learn new processes via written and verbal instructions.
• Able to keep a clean and organized work environment.
• Keyboarding skills (entering data accurately), utilizing the internet, e‑mail.
• Must be proactive and show initiative in taking on and completing projects.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality at all times.
• Ability to work independently from verbal and/or written instructions from the Production Leadership.
• Reliable/good attendance and punctuality.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.