Shipping & Receiving

Dexter; Albion (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexter, headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, is seeking a Shipping/Receiving professional to manage all shipping and receiving activities at our facility. The role involves loading/unloading, material handling, forklift operation, and accurate documentation using handheld scanners and barcode systems.

Candidates should read English work instructions, have basic computer skills, and be willing to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred, but not required.
• Prior shipping experience in a warehouse or distribution environment is a plus.
• Experience scheduling loads, working with carriers, or coordinating freight.
• Must be able to read work instructions and other work documents provided in English.
• Prior forklift and material handling equipment experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office 365).
• Ability to work without constant supervision and be self-motivated.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven time management skills with ability to work overtime as needed to meet deadlines.
• Observes safety procedures.
• Maintains good work ethic and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Manage accuracy of all shipments, incoming and outgoing.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Move and sort material into racks.
• Locate and pick parts.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Use computer to produce reports for shipping and receiving.
• Use handheld scanner when moving material.
• Create barcode labels for material storage and tracking.
• Work primarily outdoors and in areas with varying temperatures; wear mandatory PPE.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds; standing, reaching, balancing, and occasional bending.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Self-motivated

Safety awareness

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Handheld scanner

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

At Dexter, we manufacture and distribute axles, accessories, and towing components primarily serving the commercial trailer, RV, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets. We’re building products and systems that are rooted in a culture of safety, collaboration, and innovation.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved over 65 years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.

About The Role

The Shipping/Receiving is responsible for all shipping and receiving functions, using company approved SOP’s and Policies that are specific to the Shipping and Receiving job functions, at all times.

More specifically, this position will be responsible for activities including but not limited to the following:

What You’ll Do

• Managing accuracy of all shipments, incoming and outgoing
• Loading and unloading trucks
• Moving and sorting material into racks
• Locating and picking parts
• Operating forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment
• Utilizing computer to produce reports for shipping and receiving
• Using handheld scanner when moving material
• Creating barcode labels for material storage and tracking
• Working primarily outdoors and occasionally indoors where temperatures could be hot/cold, depending on season. Mandatory PPE for eyes, ears, hands, and feet to prevent exposure to hazardous materials or injury. May be required to work overtime, including weekends.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds. Standing, reaching, balancing, stretching lower extremities constantly. Frequent grasping, pinching and fine manipulation. Occasionally bending and squatting.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred, but not required
• Prior shipping experience in a warehouse or distribution environment is a plus
• Experience scheduling loads, working with carriers, or coordinating freight
• Must be able to read work instructions and other work documents provided in English
• Prior forklift and material handling equipment experience preferred
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office 365)
• Prior forklift and material handling equipment experience preferred
• Ability to work without constant supervision and be self-motivated
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Possess a high degree of quality workmanship and be detail oriented
• Proven time management skills with ability to work overtime as needed to meet deadlines
• Observes safety procedures
• Maintains good work ethic and attendance

Dexter is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a highly qualified, dedicated workforce. We hire and promote individuals based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities.

It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, veteran status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable U.S. and Canada equal rights legislation protected by federal, state, province or local law.