Shipping & Receiving Technician

Web Industries; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Web Industries in Middlesex, VT is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Technician. You will verify receipts, process shipments, and ensure proper storage, including freezer conditions. Duties include inspecting items, coordinating with shippers, and maintaining orderly operations.

The role requires reading and writing English, basic math, a valid driver's license, and attention to detail. Previous experience in factory shipping/receiving and forklift operation are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have high school education or GED and at least 1 year of factory-related shipping/receiving experience.
• Able to read and write English, follow verbal instructions and perform basic math.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work on government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Verify incoming and outgoing shipments and prepare items for shipment.
• Unpack and inspect shipments, reject damaged items, record shortages, and coordinate with shippers for damages.
• Store materials properly (including temperature-controlled areas).
• Package shipments appropriately and arrange carrier pickups.
• Monitor freezer temperatures and assist with testing as needed.
• Operate forklifts and hand trucks to move materials.
• Maintain inventory of shipping materials and keep work area clean and safe.

Skills

Reading & writing English

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Gov contracts experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Web Industries a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), which brings a lot of advantages to the people who work here–beyond the great pay and excellent benefits. You’re not just an employee, you are an employee-owner, with a vested interest in the success of the company. Web Industries’ founder, Bob Fulton, believed that the people who create the value of a company, the employees, should share in the success of the company. We believe there is a real energy that exists when people are open, honest, and work together to meet mutual goals. We do this by living our values:

Heart of an Owner: Taking personal responsibility and pride in our work.

Stronger Together: The power of collaboration and teamwork.

Find a Way: Determination and creativity to overcome challenges

As a company, we thrive on that energy and work to bring it into every product and every project that we touch. At Web, we believe the employee experience is paramount to our company’s success. Working with us, you’ll experience a myriad of cultures, locations, industries, and technologies. And you’ll be part of an employee-owned company dedicated to helping you achieve a fulfilling life and a rewarding career.

Location: Middlesex, VT

Shift: Monday - Thursday 6:00am to 4:30pm with occasional Fridays

POSITION SUMMARY

The shipping and receiving technician position verifies and keeps records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment by performing the following duties to quality and productivity standards.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Complete receipt verification for purchasing and customer supplied materials
• Unpacks, examines and routes incoming shipments, rejects damaged items, records shortages, and corresponds with shipper to rectify damages and shortages. Receives and processes all defective parts returned for replacement or credit.
• Coordinate proper storage of materials – this includes room temperature and Freezer conditions
• Arrange appropriate packaging for shipping
• Responsible for making arrangements for pick up by the carrier specified on the customer’s purchase order, which is conveyed to the shipping clerk by final inspection via the shipping instructions.
• Monitor freezer temperatures, assist in testing as needed
• Operates forklifts and hand trucks to convey, move or hoist materials to proper areas
• Maintains inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Performs any other function or responsibility as assigned

Additional REQUIRED Qualifications/Skills:

• Minimum of a high school education or G.E.D. and one year of factory-related experience in shipping and receiving.
• Ability to read and write English, follow verbal instructions and use simple math
• A valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Must be able to work on govemment contracts

Additional PREFERRED Qualifications/Skills:

• Licensed forklift truck operator
• Operation of co-rolling equipment is desirable