Shipping & Receiving

HMS Products Co; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

HMS Products Co. in Troy, MI is seeking a Warehouse Shipping & Receiving Associate to support daily warehouse and production operations. You will verify incoming materials, handle outbound shipments, and maintain accurate inventory records in a safety-focused environment.

Candidates should have 1–3 years in shipping/receiving, basic computer skills, and the ability to read packing slips and labels. Forklift certs are required or obtainable within a defined timeframe.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in shipping, receiving, warehouse or logistics in manufacturing or distribution.
• Ability to read packing slips, bills of lading, shipping labels and part numbers.
• ERP or inventory systems experience preferred, SAP a plus.
• Forklift certification required or can be obtained within defined timeframe.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic computer skills and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming materials and verify quantities, part numbers, and condition.
• Record receiving transactions accurately in ERP or inventory system.
• Prepare outbound shipments by picking, packing, labeling and staging materials.
• Load and unload trucks using appropriate material handling equipment.
• Move materials to designated storage or production areas.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with cycle counts.
• Report damaged materials, shortages, or discrepancies to supervisor.
• Ensure materials are identified, labeled, and stored properly.
• Follow safety procedures including forklift, PPE, and handling requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support production and internal departments by ensuring timely material movement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift cert

ERP systems

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Read packing slips

Tools

SAP

Inventory software

Job description

Performs routine shipping and receiving duties to support daily warehouse and production operations. Responsible for the accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of materials, parts, and finished goods in accordance with established procedures, safety standards, and work instructions. Works under direct supervision and follows defined schedules and priorities.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Receives incoming materials and verifies quantities, part numbers, and condition against shipping documentation.
• Records receiving transactions accurately in the ERP or inventory system.
• Prepares outbound shipments by picking, packing, labeling, and staging materials according to instructions.
• Loads and unloads trucks using appropriate material handling equipment.
• Moves materials to designated storage or production areas.
• Maintains accurate inventory records and assists with cycle counts and physical inventories.
• Reports damaged materials, shortages, or discrepancies to the Shipping & Receiving Supervisor.
• Ensures materials are properly identified, labeled, and stored.
• Follows established safety procedures, including forklift, PPE, and material handling requirements.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Supports production and internal departments by ensuring timely material movement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENTS:

• 1–3 years of shipping, receiving, warehouse, or logistics experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of shipping, receiving, and inventory control processes.
• Ability to accurately read packing slips, bills of lading, shipping labels, and part numbers.
• Experience using ERP or inventory systems preferred (SAP a plus).
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and use of standard office software.
• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain certification within a defined timeframe.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials within safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.