Shipping & Receiving Associate

Shipping & Receiving AssociateThe Shipping & Receiving Associate will work in the TRP warehouse and shipping areas to support both incoming and outgoing materials and products. General duties include loading and unloading trucks, driving a lift truck, packaging, labeling, maintaining a clean and organized inventory/warehouse, and arranging for transportation. Strong attention to detail is mandatory for proper counts, paperwork, computerized notifications, and complete/accurate documentation.Duties/ResponsibilitiesFollow all corporate policies, including attendance and safety.Verify quantity against supplier paperwork, such as a Packing Slip or Bill of Lading.Wrap, label, prepare paperwork and confirm quality testing for all shipments leaving the facility, and transmit ASN (Advanced Shipping Notification) when applicable.Identify, label and store materials in pre-designated areas.Coordinate deliveries, including assistance in safely loading and unloading vehicles.Be motivated towards productivity improvements, safety and quality awareness.Keep work areas safe and clean at all times, including outside docks, receiving areas, aisles and workstations, and remove excess pallet wrap hanging off skids.Properly inspect and maintain material-handling equipment before the start of each shift in accordance with OSHA regulations.Verify inventory through weekly cycle counting.Frequently lift approximately 30 pounds unaided from floor to chest.Think ahead, anticipate problems, make decisions and take appropriate action.Perform other related duties as assigned.Required Skills/AbilitiesCCL will provide training where needed.Previous domestic or international shipping and receiving experience preferred.Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Lotus Notes, UPS WorldShip and FedEx PowerShip.Minimum of one year of QAD or equivalent experience preferred.ASN database experience preferred.Ability to maintain and record accurate information both manually and electronically.Strong mathematical and organizational skills.Excellent internal and external communication skills.Ability to work in a team environment.Properly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.Commitment to performing tasks correctly the first time.Understanding of Lean manufacturing concepts (ELS).Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent.Previous shipping and receiving experience preferred.Physical RequirementsPeriods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to drive a lift truck and lift up to 30 pounds at times.Ability to frequently climb a ladder while carrying 10-pound boxes.