Shipping/Receiving Operator

Ifs-Industrie; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ifs-Industrie is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Operator to move materials safely and accurately in our warehouse. You will handle shipping, receiving, inventory movement, and basic material handling while prioritizing safety, quality, and efficiency.

Work closely with the Shipping/Receiving Coordinator to process customer orders, production materials, and inventory transactions. This role requires operating forklifts, scanners, and basic computer systems with reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to use handheld scanners and basic computer systems.
• Good attention to detail.
• Dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks safely using forklifts and other equipment.
• Receive incoming materials and verify quantities.
• Pick, stage, package, and prepare customer shipments.
• Complete shipping and receiving transactions accurately.
• Label materials and maintain proper documentation.
• Transport materials to production and warehouse storage locations.
• Organize inventory in designated locations.
• Maintain proper stock rotation (FIFO).
• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Assist with cycle counts and report inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through proper scanning and documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Maintain clean work areas and report unsafe conditions.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dependable attendance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Handheld scanners

Basic computer systems

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The Shipping/Receiving Operator is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely movement of materials into and out of the warehouse. This position performs shipping, receiving, inventory movement, and material handling activities while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and accuracy.

The Operator works closely with the Shipping/Receiving Coordinator to ensure customer orders, production materials, and inventory transactions are completed efficiently.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

Shipping & Receiving

• Load and unload trucks safely using forklifts and other equipment.
• Receive incoming materials and verify quantities.
• Pick, stage, package, and prepare customer shipments.
• Complete shipping and receiving transactions accurately.
• Label materials and maintain proper documentation.

Material Handling

• Transport materials to production and warehouse storage locations.
• Organize inventory in designated locations.
• Maintain proper stock rotation (FIFO).
• Perform daily equipment inspections.

Inventory

• Assist with cycle counts.
• Report inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through proper scanning and documentation.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Follow all safety procedures.
• Wear required PPE.
• Maintain clean work areas.
• Report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to use handheld scanners and basic computer systems.
• Good attention to detail.
• Dependable attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Bend, squat, reach, and climb as required.
• Operate forklifts and warehouse equipment safely.
• Work in warehouse environmental conditions.