Shipping, Receiving & Inventory Specialist

Kids for the Future; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

R.A. Miller Industries, Inc. in Grand Haven, MI is seeking a Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Specialist to manage inventory, prepare shipments, weigh items, print labels, and ensure timely distribution.

You will schedule carrier pickups, navigate carrier systems, handle inbound/outbound shipments, and resolve discrepancies while maintaining accurate records. The role requires at least a high school diploma and 1 year in shipping/receiving, with proficiency in Excel/Word/Outlook and ERP

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year in shipping/receiving/warehouse.
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office and ERP software.
• Ability to operate forklift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare items for shipping with packaging and labeling.
• Schedule and coordinate carrier pickups.
• Prepare shipping labels and customs documents.
• Process inbound/outbound shipments and load/unload.
• Identify and resolve shipping discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate inventory records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Dependable and punctual

Forklift license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

ERP software

Job description

• Location 14500 168TH AVE,GRAND HAVEN, MI, 49417-9454,United States
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Specialist is responsible for tracking inventory, keeping accurate records, packaging, and weighing items, printing shipping labels and postage, inspecting goods received for damage, and distributing products to other departments. All to ensure that our customers needs, both internal and external, are being met in a timely manner.

Position Description

• Prepare items for shipping, noting item contents, packaging and delivery methods, and other logistical details.
• Schedule pick-ups with transportation companies via phone, internet, or customer web portals.
• Navigate carrier software and other specific websites to prepare shipping labels, customs documentation and required compliance documentation, such as commercial invoices, etc.
• Processing inbound/outbound shipments and unloading/loading on their respective carriers
• Identify and resolve shipping, storage, or receiving discrepancies as they arise.
• Gain and maintain an intimate operating knowledge of all processes, work instructions, and available equipment within department required to do assigned tasks.
• Cooperate with cross-functional team members to make changes/improvements as necessary.

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED
• A minimum of 1 year experience in a shipping/receiving/warehouse environment.
• Proficient computer knowledge and ability:
  1. Microsoft Excel, Word & Outlook
  2. ERP software
• Ability to gain knowledge, understand, and abide by company:
  1. Safety Rules and Procedures
  2. Quality Processes and Procedures
  3. Work Instructions
  4. Core Values
• Capable of working in a fast-paced manufacturing/warehouse environment.
• Ability to gain and maintain a valid forklift driver’s license.
• Physically capable and available to work overtime including weekends.
• Excellent communication skills
• Highly dependable, motivated, and self-driven with excellent attendance and punctuality.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Healthy wrist-arm motion – repetitive motion of arms and shoulders
• Required to change from sitting frequently to standing frequently. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

R.A. Miller Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.