Shipping/Receiving

ISCO Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ISCO Industries is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Associate in Houston, TX. This role supports our distribution network by verifying shipments, loading and unloading items, and preparing orders for dispatch.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, data entry experience, forklift credentials or the ability to obtain them, and proficiency with Outlook. Warehouse, shipping, and distribution experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Data entry experience.
• Forklift experience or able to be trained and certified to operate forklift.
• Outlook email proficiency.
• Prior warehouse, shipping, and/or distribution experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely, accurately and efficiently load and unload of products.
• Verify products received from suppliers against the packing lists.
• Stores products to the appropriate category shelves.
• Determines the best method of packing products to ensure adequate product protection during transit.
• Use the Transportation Management System (TMS) to select the best shipping mode and freight carrier to ensure products are delivered to customers with the shortest lead time and the lowest transportation cost.
• Use the ERP system (Epicor-Prelude) to maintain inventory accuracy and data integrity.
• Conduct daily cycle counts and investigating the root cause of problems.
• Make recommendations to improve processes and work environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift experience

Outlook

Epicor-Prelude

TMS

Job description

At ISCO, we put high value on appreciation and respect, and provide you with an opportunity to really make a difference. ISCO is a family owned and operated company born and raised in Louisville, KY that is focused on our team members' growth. ISCO offers a standard benefits package of medical/dental/vision, and a 401k! ISCO Industries is an end-to-end piping solutions provider that specializes in HDPE, working with leading edge technology that makes us a market leader.

1st Shift, Monday - Friday

Summary

The shipping and receiving functions are an essential part of our distribution network. We are always looking for individuals that are problem solvers with passion for continuous improvement to join our team. The Shipping and Receiving associates are responsible for verifying and keeping accurate records on incoming, stocking and outgoing shipments, and preparing items for shipment by performing the following duties:

• Safely, accurately and efficiently load and unload of products
• Verify products received from suppliers against the packing lists
• Stores products to the appropriate category shelves
• Determines the best method of packing products to ensure adequate product protection during transit
• Use the Transportation Management System (TMS) to select the best shipping mode and freight carrier to ensure products are delivered to customers with the shortest lead time and the lowest transportation cost
• Use the ERP system (Epicor-Prelude) to maintain inventory accuracy and data integrity
• Conduct daily cycle counts and investigating the root cause of problems
• Make recommendations to improve processes and work environment
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Data entry experience
• Forklift experience or able to be trained and certified to operate forklift
• Outlook email proficiency
• Prior warehouse, shipping, and/or distribution experience preferred

Ability to:

• Clearly and effectively communicate via phone and email shipping related information to customers, vendors, and co-workers
• Organize and prioritize work orders to meet shipping
• Work independently with limited supervision; self-starter

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Constantly:
  • Exerting 10 pounds of force to move objects
• Frequently:
  • Exerting up to 50 pounds of force
  • Stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, and walking
  • Talking, hearing, and seeing with close visual acuity

To find out more about this position and ISCO Industries, visit our YouTube page.