Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Our Home; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Parental Leave

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Our Home is hiring a Shipping/Receiving Technician to join our team in Kankakee, Illinois. This role involves inspecting shipments for accuracy and quality, with responsibilities including verifying documents, packaging, and collaborating with the warehouse team.

Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of relevant experience, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel. Benefits include a health care plan, 401(k) plan with company match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience and training preferred.
• Experience in shipping and receiving or quality assurance.
• Ability to learn Warehouse and Production processes.
• Understanding of food industry safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming shipments for accuracy.
• Perform gluten testing on incoming ingredients.
• Verify Certificates of Analysis for each shipment.
• Ensure outgoing shipments are properly packaged.
• Document and track all shipment inspection activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Math skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Tools

WMS systems

Forklift

Job description

Our Home is seeking a reliable and detail‑oriented individual to join our team as a Shipping/Receiving Technician on 1st shift. This role is responsible for inspecting incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy and quality. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the highest level of customer satisfaction and minimizing the risk of errors or issues with shipments. The typical schedule for this position is 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday‑Friday.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years related experience and training preferred; WMS and forklift experience a plus
• Previous experience in shipping and receiving or quality assurance
• Attention to detail and self‑starter attitude
• Ability to learn and understand Warehouse and Production processes
• Understanding of the food industry and safety standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and WMS systems
• Basic math skills required
• Exceptional grammar, writing and documentation skills required
• Teamwork and communication skills required
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Detail‑oriented and accurate in data entry and record‑keeping

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming shipments for accuracy.
  • Perform thorough inspections of all incoming raw materials and ingredients, assessing them against established quality parameters and specifications.
  • Evaluate products for defects, damages, or deviations from specified standards and take appropriate action based on findings.
• Perform gluten testing on incoming ingredients.
• Carefully review and verify Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each shipment to ensure all materials meet predefined criteria and regulatory requirements.
  • Cross‑check COA details with physical shipment characteristics to identify any discrepancies or quality issues.
• Ensure that outgoing shipments are properly packaged and meet the required specifications.
• Verify contents of shipments against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Ensure proper labeling and packaging of outbound shipments.
• Identify and report any discrepancies or damages.
• Document and track all shipment inspection activities.
• Collaborate with Warehouse to resolve issues and ensure smooth shipment processes.
• Maintain organized records of shipping and receiving activities and communicate findings to management.
• Work closely with purchasing and production departments to communicate quality issues and coordinate corrective measures.
• Engage in regular discussions with suppliers and the logistics team to improve material quality and resolve any recurring problems.
• Adhere to all safety protocols.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for reporting food safety, food quality or plant safety issues.
• Forklift operation required.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Required to use hands to handle, or feel; reach, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, and smell.
• Occasionally lift or move 50 lbs.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Parental Leave
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability