Shipping & Receiving Associate

Raw Seafoods, Inc.; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Raw Seafoods, Inc. in Fall River, MA is seeking a Dock Supervisor to oversee Receiving, Shipping, and General Dock operations.

You will lead a team, coordinate daily workflow, ensure accuracy of inbound/outbound shipments, and maintain safety and cleanliness on the dock. The role requires strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills with experience in warehouse systems such as WMS or MS Office.

Qualifications

• Experience motivating a warehouse team, coordinating activities, and delegating tasks effectively.
• Understanding of warehouse procedures, inventory management, and supply chain processes.
• Clear, effective verbal and written communication with team members, management, and other departments.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pre-receiving planning and scheduling carrier arrivals.
• Coordinate unloading, staging, and putaway of goods.
• Verify deliveries against PO/ASN and document discrepancies.
• Process orders, batch, pick, and prepare shipments.
• Pack and label outbound orders with accurate barcodes.
• Prepare bills of lading and maintain shipping documentation.
• Coordinate carriers and schedule pickups.
• Maintain accurate inbound/outbound records and communicate with drivers and warehouse staff.
• Assist as backup to Shipping & Receiving Manager.

Skills

Team leadership

Inventory management

Communication skills

Problem solving

WMS

MS Office

Tools

WMS

MS Office

Job description

Essential Duties

Receiving Tasks

• Pre-Receiving Prep: Reviewing purchase orders, scheduling carrier arrivals, allocating space.
• Unloading: Safely removing goods from trucks, organizing them.
• Verification & Inspection: Comparing delivery against PO/ASN, checking for damage/discrepancies, counting items.
• Sorting & Putaway: Categorizing items for storage, labeling items, moving them to designated locations.

Shipping Tasks

• Order Processing: Downloading customer orders, batching/picking items.
• Packing & Labeling: Preparing orders, applying labels/barcodes.
• Documentation: Preparing bills of lading
• Carrier Coordination: Booking carriers and scheduling pickups.
• Loading: Loading orders into outbound vehicles and weighing as needed.

General Dock Responsibilities

• Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of all inbound/outbound movements.
• Communication: Communicating with drivers, warehouse staff, and managers.
• Safety & Cleanliness: Following safety guidelines, keeping the dock area organized and clear.
• Problem Solving: Resolving discrepancies, damages, or delayed deliveries. Staying until truck arrives.
• Inventory: Confirming inventory each morning and forwarding to the team in a timely manner.

Supervisory Duties

• Serves as backup to the Shipping & Receiving Manager, coordinating activities of Receiving team members, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and verifying condition of shipments.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience in motivating a team of warehouse personnel, coordinating activities, and delegating tasks effectively.
• Understanding warehouse procedures, inventory management, and supply chain processes.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication with team members, management, and other departments.
• Analyzing and resolving issues related to receiving, inventory, and warehouse operations.Prioritizing tasks, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring smooth workflows.
• Familiarity with relevant software like WMS, inventory systems, and MS Office.
• Ability to lift and move items (e.g., 50 pounds) as needed.

Why Work With Us

At Raw Seafoods, we believe in investing in our people. When you join us, you\'re not just an employee - you\'re part of a culture that values hard work, creativity, and growth. We provide the tools, training, and support you need to do your job well and grow your career.

Here\'s what you can expect:

• Competitive pay with weekly paychecks
• Health & dental insurance (eligible after just 30 days)
• 401(k) with a 4% company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Paid vacations
• Real opportunities for growth and advancement

Raw Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.