Shipping & Receiving Associate

Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

EnviroLogix in Maine is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Associate to handle all facets of shipping products, receiving inventory, and internal delivery of materials. You will assemble kits, ensure accurate labeling, maintain records in Excel and the accounting system, and coordinate with multiple departments to ensure timely, accurate shipments.

The role emphasizes meticulous documentation, effective communication with carriers, and maintaining a clean, efficient warehouse environment to support

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet high quality standards.
• Meticulous and timely documentation of inventory, purchasing, receiving and QA records.
• Proficiency with computer-based systems for shipping, documentation, and e-mail (MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat); familiarity with FedEx/UPS shipping.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and deliver shipments; kit assembly and shipping to customers.
• Log additions/withdrawals in accounting systems and Excel; update labeling database.
• Provide shipping estimates and coordinate with accounting and sales.
• Work with other departments to ensure smooth flow of goods; track time-critical shipments.
• Maintain finished goods inventory and communicate projected needs; assist with purchase orders.
• Maintain organized warehouse, coolers, and shipping/receiving areas; label materials clearly.

Job description

This opportunity is located within our EnviroLogix business that develops and manufactures testing solutions for detecting GMOs, mycotoxins, plant pathogens, natural toxins and chemical contaminants in multiple agricultural matrices. Click here to learn more.

Job Description

Job Description

The Shipping & Receiving Associate is responsible for all aspects of shipping EnviroLogix products and other materials, receiving inventory items and other supplies, internal delivery of materials and storage, final kit assembly, shipper relations, product label production, records maintenance and other duties as assigned. This role is a key member of the Core Operations team here at EnviroLogix, a global leader in the production of diagnostic testing for the agriculture industry.

Responsibilities Include:

• Receiving, inspecting, and delivering shipments into EnviroLogix.
• Kit assembly and shipping of products to customers.
• Logging both additions to and withdrawals from inventory in the accounting system and in Excel spreadsheets.
• Maintaining and updating the database of box and kit component labels; producing labels as required.
• Providing shipping estimates and/or shipping tables for coordination with accounting and sales
• Coordinating with accounting and other departments for the smooth flow of goods both within EnviroLogix and to customers.
• Tracking and expediting time-critical shipments.
• Maintaining finished goods inventory as able to and communicating projected needs for new inventory to appropriate departments.
• Working with other departments to determine raw material needs and filling out purchase orders as needed.
• Maintaining and organizing warehouse, production coolers and shipping/receiving areas; clearly labeling all materials and determining most efficient layout and work flows.

Skills Required:

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to set/meet a high quality of standards.
• Meticulous and timely documentation of lot and part numbers, inventory, purchasing, receiving and quality assurance records.
• Facility with computer-based systems for shipping, documentation and e-mail. Should be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat programs. Knowledge of FedEx, UPS and other shipping programs.
• Effective multi-tasking and working well under pressure.
• Ability to communicate effectively, work collaboratively with a team, cooperate with and support co-workers. Communicate with customers, shipping companies and suppliers in a professional manner.

Education:

• High School Diploma preferred

Physical Demands:

• Bend, stoop, carry, climb stairs/rolling stairs (max one flight), lift and move boxes up to 50 pounds.
• Regular exposure to temperature changes (generally room temp, with occasional short movement in/out of walk-in coolers/freezers).
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Eye/hand dexterity and speed while maintaining high standards for quality and consistency.
• Ability to use a computer for extended periods of time

The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $20.00 - $24.00/hour. Compensation is determined in good faith based on several factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, requirements of the position, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

EnviroLogix is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.