Receiving & Shipping Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Title: Receiving & Shipping Material Handler

Department: Production Control - 2025 - Baja

Reports To: Receiving & Warehousing Supervisor

Status: Onsite Non-exempt

Direct Reports: None

Job Type: Full time

Vacancy: 1 for Day shift for at Applewhite location for day shift hours 7:45am - 4:30pm with mandatory OT (weekends are possible)- added 8/6/2026

Job Summary :

This position is responsible for filling out paperwork used in the receiving area and packing slips of material received. This includes communications with customers, team members at both plants, and truck drivers. Duties include recording, checking, picklist, forklift, pallet jack and stocking materials at both plants and warehouse.

Main Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned)

· Receive truck drivers and check in materials

· Administer and release documentation in a timely manner to the receiving clerk so the packing slips can be entered accordingly into system

· Effective communication (verbal and written) with customers, deliver drivers, clerk, lead and supervisor for any material issues

· Ensure warehouse and plants are FIFO and stocked of material needed for production picklist.

· Load and unload customer material for shipment as needed

· Deliver materials according to schedule

· Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and organization of the receiving/ shipping/warehouse area.

· Adhere to EHS and company policies, and standard work expectations

· Actively participate in continuous improvement activities.

· Perform other related duties as assigned

Education:

· High school diploma or GED

Experience:
· 1 year of related experience in Shipping and Receiving.

· 1 year of warehouse experience.

Familiarity with Packing slips/ Forklift/pallet jack preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
N/A

Computer Skills:
· Beginner to Intermediate proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and in the use of e-mail, web browser applications.

Mathematical Abilities:
· Intermediate-advanced math skills.

Analytical or Reasoning Abilities:
· Strong analytical, planning skills and critical thinking ability required with orientation for continuous improvement.

· Ability to understand and follow written technical procedures/instructions

· Ability to effectively prepare business and technical documentation such as procedures, reports, presentations, etc.

Communication Skills: (Writing, Foreign Language, Reasoning)
· Ability to read, write and speak English· Highly effective, articulate communication skills (verbal & written) with strong interpersonal effectiveness and the ability to work with all levels in the organization and across cultures

· Bilingual English-Spanish preferred

Other Skills (Technical, or Other special knowledge and abilities)
· Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work.

· Strong attention to detail and ability to effectively manage a variety of projects and tasks.

· Takes initiative, approaches others in a positive and constructive manner, and works well independently to achieve results

Physical Requirements:

· 75% of the time will be spent on the production floor completing work related to the position, while the remaining 25% will be filling out paperwork

· Must be able to lift 25 pounds individually and team lift 50 pounds

· Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

Must wear all personal protective equipment where required.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

• Paid Basic life insurance
• Paid Short-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid 2 shutdown work weeks (summer and winter)
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching (discretionary)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Referral program