Shipping & Receiving Representative

GUDEL, INC.; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Güdel is a global leader in automation, motion control, and robotics solutions. We design and deliver high-performance systems that help manufacturers move, position, and automate with precision.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping & Receiving Representative to join our Operations team and ensure accurate receipt, inspection, movement, and shipment of materials and products. You will safely operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and rigging equipment while maintaining inventory and shipment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift certification required; rigging and overhead crane certification preferred.
• 2-3 years of shipping and receiving experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with inventory management and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and shipping/receiving applications.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift and move materials safely.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming materials and products.
• Prepare and package outgoing materials and products for shipment.
• Operate rigging, forklifts, and overhead cranes to move materials and products.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory and shipments.
• Assist as needed to rectify damages, shortages, and/or other inaccuracies of incoming material, supplies, or equipment.
• Coordinate with production and engineering teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and products to the assembly and manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain a clean and organized shipping and receiving area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Drive safety and continuous improvement.
• Support ISO requirements.
• Adhere to all GUS policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Read blueprints

Teamwork

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

• Employee Type Full-Time Hourly
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

Güdel is a global leader in automation, motion control, and robotics solutions. We design and deliver high-performance systems that help manufacturers move, position, and automate with precision.

Are you a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced warehouse and operations environment? We're looking for a dedicated Shipping & Receiving Representative to join our Operations team and play a key role in ensuring accurate receipt, inspection, movement, and shipment of materials and products.

In this role, you'll receive and inspect incoming goods, verify inventory accuracy, and prepare materials for shipment to customers and internal operations. You'll safely operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and rigging equipment to move materials throughout the facility while maintaining accurate inventory and shipment records. Working closely with warehouse, production, and logistics teams, you'll help ensure materials are available when needed and that customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time.

What You'll Do

• Receive and inspect incoming materials and products
• Prepare and package outgoing materials and products for shipment
• Operate rigging, forklifts, and overhead cranes to move materials and products
• Maintain accurate records of inventory and shipments
• Assist as needed to rectify damages. Shortages, and/or other inaccuracies of incoming material,
• supplies, or equipment
• Coordinate with production and engineering teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and
• products to the assembly and manufacturing processes
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies
• Maintain a clean and organized shipping and receiving area
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Drive safety and continuous improvement.
• Support ISO requirements
• Adhere to all GUS policies and procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift certification required; rigging and overhead crane certification preferred.
• 2-3 years of shipping and receiving experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with inventory management and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and shipping/receiving applications.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift and move materials safely.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work outside normal business hours as needed to support production demands.
• Commitment to safety, quality, confidentiality, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

At Güdel, you will be part of a company known for engineering excellence, innovation, and long-term customer partnerships. You'll work with cutting-edge automation technology, gain exposure to diverse manufacturing environments, and develop your technical expertise while supporting industry-leading automation solutions.

Güdel offers a wide range of employee benefits including a generous 401K match program, exceptional health insurance benefits, and an employee-friendly PTO policy