Shipping/Receiving Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Keep things moving. Support the team. Make an impact every day.

$21 – $24/hour based on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (with overtime opportunities as needed)

At Thompson & Johnson Equipment, our Shipping & Receiving department plays a key role in keeping our business running smoothly. From incoming inventory to outgoing shipments, you help ensure the right parts get to the right place—on time.

We’re looking for an experienced Shipping & Receiving Specialist to join our Syracuse Parts Department and support both internal and external customers.

What You’ll Do

• Receive incoming inventory and verify accuracy against purchase orders and packing slips
• Inspect shipments for damage and report discrepancies
• Prepare and package outgoing orders for efficient, damage-free delivery
• Operate forklift and pallet jack to load, unload, and move materials
• Label and tag materials for inventory or special orders
• Maintain accurate inventory records and support parts system updates
• Assist with customer and technician parts needs, including pickups and deliveries
• Operate tire pressing machine, including pressing tires

What Makes This Role Different

• Hands-on, active work — not stuck behind a desk
• Team-focused environment — you’re a key part of daily operations
• Variety — shipping, receiving, inventory, and customer support
• Consistent weekday schedule

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior shipping/receiving or warehouse experience preferred
• Experience with AS400, Tinnacity, or UPS software is a plus
• Ability to operate (or willingness to learn) forklift and material handling equipment
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s license

What We Offer

• $21 – $24/hour based on experience
• Consistent schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Company uniforms provided
• Paid in-house training

Benefits that actually make a difference:

• Medical insurance as low as $5/week + FREE vision
• Dental, life, and supplemental coverage such as LTD, STD, and specified disease (cancer, heart, kidney) insurance
• 401(k) with 50% company match (up to 5%)
• Generous PTO + holidays

Additional perks:

• $500 annual tool allowance
• $600 annual well-being reimbursement
• $200 annual gym membership
• $100 annual boot allowance
• $100 annual company clothing allowance

Why Thompson & Johnson?

We’re a third-generation, family-owned company serving Upstate NY with a reputation for taking care of both our customers and our employees.

• Average employee tenure: 10+ years
• Best Places to Work (8 years running)
• A culture built on teamwork, respect, and doing things the right way

This is a place where employees build long-term careers — not just punch a clock.

Work Environment

This is a physical role requiring lifting, climbing, and working with full-body motion throughout the day. Must be able to lift up to 150 lbs occasionally and 50 lbs frequently.

Prerequisites

• Profile assessment
• Physical (including eye and hearing)
• Drug testing for illegal substances

Apply Today

If you’re dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoy working as part of a team—we’d love to talk.

Thompson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, (M/F/D/V)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.