Shipping & Receiving Asst

ERL Inc.; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

ERL Inc. is seeking a Shipping Assistant & Material Handler to support the Shipping & Receiving Department and Machine Shop.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, excellent organization, and a team-first attitude to adapt to changing production priorities. Responsibilities include handling shipments, assisting CNC machinists, operating forklifts (certification preferred), and ensuring accurate records of all movements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and safety-conscious mindset.
• Experience in manufacturing, machining, warehouse, or material handling preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred (training provided).
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a company vehicle.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with shipping software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support machine shop by assisting machinists and moving materials.
• Receive, verify, and ship materials; maintain accurate shipment records.
• Operate material handling equipment safely; forklift certification preferred.
• Make pickups/deliveries with company vehicle as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work environment and communicate issues promptly.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Teamwork & communication

Ethical work behavior

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

UPS/FedEx shipping software

Basic computer skills

Forklift operation knowledge

Job description

Shipping Assistant & Material Handler

Reports To: Plant Manager

Position Summary

The Shipping Assistant & Material Handler plays a critical support role for the Shipping & Receiving Department and Machine Shop. Success in this role requires a strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a positive, team-oriented attitude. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, and able to adapt quickly to changing production priorities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Machine Shop Support

• Drain water from air compressors daily.
• Empty dumpsters and dispose of chip hoppers as required.
• Assist CNC machinists by:
  • Moving raw materials and fabricated parts to machining areas.
  • Transporting completed machined parts to designated locations.
  • Performing support tasks that allow machinists to focus on machine setup and production.

Material Handling & Shipping/Receiving

• Receive incoming shipments from suppliers and customers.
• Verify received materials against packing slips and purchase orders.
• Report shortages, discrepancies, or damaged shipments immediately to Purchasing and notify vendors or carriers when appropriate.
• Palletize and package products securely for shipment using appropriate boxes, pallets, and protective materials. Many products need to be custom palletized.
• Prepare and ship customer orders using approved shipping methods.
• Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Operate material handling equipment safely, including forklifts (forklift certification preferred; training provided if needed).
• Make pickups and deliveries to suppliers and customers using a company vehicle as required.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Demonstrate safe work practices at all times.
• Manage multiple requests and changing priorities throughout the workday.
• Communicate issues or concerns promptly with the Machine Shop Supervisor.
• Work collaboratively with machinists, production personnel, and other departments.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Previous manufacturing, machining, warehouse, or material handling experience preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred (training available if needed).
• Valid driver's license with the ability to operate a company vehicle.
• Basic computer skills; experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and UPS/FedEx shipping software is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Dependable with an outstanding work ethic.
• Positive, "can-do" attitude.
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical behavior.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing production schedules and customer demands.