Shipping/Receiving Tech

Electrical Power Products Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrical Power Products, Inc. is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Technician to handle packing, shipping, receiving, and unpacking of products. You will support the Logistics team, operate forklifts, and maintain accurate records while contributing to a safe and organized workspace.

Responsibilities include receiving deliveries, unloading trucks, and coordinating with Procurement, Project Managers, and Drivers to ensure timely and accurate inventory handling.

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to use computers to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and work at heights up to 10 feet.
• Ability to use various tools including various types of saws, nail gun, tape measure, etc.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unpack shipment deliveries.
• Manually maintain records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Operate a forklift and pallet jack.
• Unload trucks promptly and sort/stock receivables.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Logistics, Project managers, and vendors.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Saw

Nail gun

Tape measure

Job description

Description

Reports To

The Shipping and Receiving Technician will report to the Shipping and Receiving Lead.

Job Summary

The Shipping and Receiving Technician is responsible for packing, shipping, receiving, and unpacking products at Electrical Power Products, Inc.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Receive and unpack shipment deliveries.
• Manually maintain records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Operate a forklift and pallet jack.
• Promptly unloads trucks and deliveries, and sorts and stocks receivables.
• Collaborate and communicate with the Procurement Department, Logistics and Planning Coordinator, Project Managers, and Project Specialists.
• Engage with vendors and drivers with a positive attitude.
• Maintain a clean and neat area.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to use computers to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and work at heights up to 10 feet off the ground.
• Ability to use various tools including various types of saws, nail gun, tape measure, etc.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Physical Requirements

• Continuous speaking, hearing, and visual (including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus) effort.
• Frequent standing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching, climbing, and handling.
• Commonly lifting/moving of up to 40 lbs. individually.
• Occasionally lifting/moving 50-100 lbs. with assistance.
• Exposure to loud noises, drilling, cutting, banging, and typical manufacturing production physical hazards.