Shipping/Receiving Associate I

CoorsTek; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Company-Matched 401K (USA only)

HSA with Company Contribution

Wellness Reimbursement Program (USA)

Job summary

CoorsTek is hiring a Shipping/Receiving Associate I in Oak Ridge, TN. Responsibilities include packing, documentation, receiving, and material handling. The role supports quality checks, inventory coordination, and safe operations with forklifts and hand trucks.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a minimum of 3 years shipping experience. Target range and equal opportunity statements are included in the posting.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years shipping or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assembles required materials to be used in packing items for replacement or repair; including building crates as required.
• Accurately generates packing slips, Bills of Lading, Shipper’s letters of Instruction or other required documentation.
• Processes materials and supplies according to written procedure while following all EHS guidelines.
• Handles outgoing hazardous material shipments according to regulations when required.
• Interviews and negotiates with freight forwarders to obtain best service and pricing when required.
• Performs all receiving tasks following approved work instructions and established procedures involved with receiving and distributing supplies/materials under minimal supervision.
• Verifies physical counts against documentation to assure accuracy of goods received.
• Prepares and maintains records of stock room operations as required.
• Assists in Quality Control procedures required for critical items including checking for required certificates for received shipments and completing incoming inspection procedures specified for each material.
• Coordinates, clarifies, and prioritizes receiving functions and inventory stores.
• Helps unload and inspect incoming packaging and product for damage and correct documentation.
• Assists in Quality Control Audits for receiving procedures when requested.
• Confers with purchasing, planning and manufacturing personnel to assure coordinated activities.
• Maintains Kanban ordering systems for plant supplies and materials.
• Conveys material to and from storage using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts following safety rules.
• Orders and stocks supplies for daily plant function as well as production related materials.
• Transports materials, parts, supplies and equipment as well as packing and shipping product throughout facility.
• Exhibits good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail when transporting materials.
• Acts as “go to” person for procedures, equipment or information in absence of departmental leader.
• Interacts with internal customers and external suppliers to obtain supplies/materials cost-effectively.
• Provides training/cross-training as needed.
• Uses manufacturing computer system to prepare and record required data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Verbal/written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand trucks

Pallet jacks

Forklifts

Job description

It’s exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better. We’re committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

Job Title Shipping/Receiving Associate I

Roles and Responsibilities

• Shipping:
  • a. Assembles required materials to be used in packing items for replacement or repair; including building crates as required
  • b. Accurately generates packing slips, Bills of Lading, Shipper’s letter of Instruction or other required documentation used in shipping items to suppliers for replacement or repair
  • c. Processes materials and supplies according to written procedure while following all EHS guidelines
  • d. Handles outgoing hazardous material shipments according to regulations when required
  • e. Interviews and negotiates with freight forwarders to obtain best service and pricing when required
• Receiving:
  • a. Performs all receiving tasks following approved work instructions and established departmental procedures involved with receiving and distributing supplies/materials under minimal supervision
  • b. Verifies physical counts against documentation to assure accuracy of goods received
  • c. Prepares and maintains records of stock room operations as required
  • d. Assists in Quality Control procedures required for critical items including checking for required certificates for received shipments and completing incoming inspection procedures specified for each material
  • e. Coordinates, clarifies, and prioritizes receiving functions and inventory stores
  • f. Helps unload and inspect incoming packaging and product for damage and correct documentation
• Materials Coordination:
  • a. Assists in Quality Control Audits for receiving procedures when requested
  • b. Confers with purchasing, planning and manufacturing personnel to assure coordinated activities
  • c. Maintains Kanban ordering systems for plant supplies and materials where required
  • d. Conveys material to and from storage as directed by utilizing general equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks, and fork lifts following all safety rules
  • e. Orders and stocks supplies for daily plant function as well as production related materials when required
  • f. Transports materials (including hazardous materials), parts, supplies and equipment as well as packing and shipping product throughout facility as required
  • g. Exhibits good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail when transporting materials
• Acts as “go to” person when assistance with procedures, equipment or information is needed in absence of departmental leader when requested
• Professionally interacts with internal customers, (i.e. Purchasing, Planning, or Manufacturing) and external suppliers to obtain supplies/materials in a cost effective manner to meet facility specifications and achieve day to day requirements
• Provides training/cross-training in equipment and process operations as needed
• Uses manufacturing computer system or other system to accurately prepare and record required data
• Assists and/or performs in any and all areas as assigned
• May work any and all shifts/days as required

Job Requirements

• Education: High School diploma, GED or equivalent

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years shipping or related experience

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Maintains general level of understanding of technical product and process knowledge.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal and organizational skills, great attention to detail as well as excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds

Target Hiring Range

Target Hiring Range : USD 17.00 - USD 20.50 Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education.

Equal Opportunity and EDI Statement

CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors.

Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors.

Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

About Us

Making the world measurably better...one person at a time. CoorsTek products and components touch people’s lives in unexpected, awe-inspiring ways. Though most people may not realize it, CoorsTek components enable technological solutions across virtually every industry—from simple items like beverage dispensers and light switches to high-tech items like cell phones and satellites. Chances are, you are using a CoorsTek-enabled technology every day without even knowing it! We create these amazing solutions by leveraging our expertise in materials science, deploying best-in-class R&D capabilities, and by creating efficient, safe work environments. Most importantly, we employ dedicated, hardworking, and creative individuals. The key component to our success is our people. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Company-Matched 401K (USA only)
• Company-Matched Pension Plan (CANADA only)
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with Company Contribution
• Wellness Reimbursement Program (USA only)
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Legal Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & more) (USA only)
• Safety Programs (reimbursement for safety shoes and company provided safety glasses)
• Performance-Based Bonuses for all Employees
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Mentorship Program
• Community & Volunteer Events & MORE!