Shipping/Receiving Specialist

Umicore; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading circular materials technology company is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Specialist to manage material movements in their La Vergne warehouse. The role involves ensuring compliance with shipping regulations, creating documentation, and operating a forklift. Ideal candidates will have experience in shipping documentation and material handling, along with a high school diploma. The company offers competitive salary and benefits in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

401K Plan with Employer Matching

Profit Sharing

Bonuses

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Qualifications

• At least three years' experience in handling shipping documentation and material movement.
• Forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Verifying packaging requirements before shipment.
• Shipping and receiving products safely and accurately.
• Creating shipping documentation and matching purchase orders.

Skills

Shipping Documentation

Material Movement

Communication

Forklift Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

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About Umicore

Reducing harmful vehicle emissions. Powering the cars of the future. Giving new life to used metals. We are the leading circular materials technology company fulfilling its mission to create materials for a better life. With ambitions like this, imagine what you could do?

About Cobalt & Specialty Materials

Mastering the cobalt value chain. Umicore’s expertise covers the sourcing, production and distribution of cobalt and nickel products. Our materials are at the heart of products we use every day, such as rechargeable batteries, tools, paints, and tires. Our recycling and refining processes give new life to cobalt and other metals, reducing environmental impacts. To meet customer demands, we continuously seek new ways to innovate and develop solutions. This is where you come in.

What You Will Be Doing

As our Shipping/Receiving Specialist, you will be responsible for administrative functions to facilitate material movements to and from our warehouse. Specifically, this will include:

1. Verifying proper packaging requirements before shipment;
2. Shipping and receiving products safely, accurately, and in compliance with applicable regulations;
3. Creating accurate shipping documentation;
4. Matching purchase orders with received goods to verify counts and ensure accuracy;
5. Communicating with freight haulers to schedule deliveries and pick-ups;
6. Other duties as needed, including operating a forklift, loading and unloading trailers, optimizing warehouse space, and storing materials on a rotational basis.

Who We Are Looking For

Our success relies on individuals ready to utilize their skills and tackle challenges. You should have a high school diploma or GED, with at least three years' experience in handling shipping documentation and material movement. Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics is preferred. Forklift certification, the ability to periodically lift 55 lbs, and wearing a respirator are required.

What We Offer

We aim to lead by example, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that promotes idea sharing, skill development, and career advancement. We provide a competitive salary and benefits, including health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, voluntary critical illness and accident insurance, a 401K plan with employer matching, profit sharing, bonuses, paid holidays, and vacation time.

Additional Information

This is a first-shift position. The facility is a Drug-Free Workplace, and pre-employment drug testing is required. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, race, religion, gender, or other protected status. For assistance applying, contact [e-mail].

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