Shipping and Receiving Specialist

JOB SUMMARY : The Shipping and Receiving Specialist assumes primary responsibility for preparing, tracking, logging, and distributing all incoming/outgoing Federal Express, UPS, and local delivery shipments (domestic and international).

QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform the essential functions of this job while exercising appropriate levels of judgment and discretion.

• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Must be a quick learner, able to multi-task and switch gears easily.
• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills with a passion for detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment and to meet deadlines with attention to detail, accuracy and quality.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer skills in work processing and spreadsheet programs (Microsoft Office applications).
• Excellent interpersonal and friendly customer service skills.
• Demonstrated maturity and judgement.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis.
• Forklift certified a plus

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• 2 or more years' experience in shipping and receiving.
• Familiarity with Federal Express and UPS shipping processes.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems.
• Ability to compute amounts such as space used, shipping charges, and unit of measure conversions.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Prepare items for shipment: Pack, seal and label as required.
• Determine method of shipping utilizing knowledge of shipping products, routes, and rates.
• Prepare shipping documents.
• Contact carrier representatives to make arrangements or issue instructions for shipping and delivery of packages.
• Verify and enter records of outgoing shipments in the company ERP system.
• Receive incoming shipments using the company ERP system; verify accuracy of items received.
• Deliver or route materials to all departments using hand truck, delivery cart or forklift.
• Communicate damages, shortages, or nonconformance to appropriate company personnel.
• Collaborate with multiple internal departments to ensure inbound/outbound packages are delivered and received in a timely manner.
• Maintain required documentation for all incoming/outgoing Federal Express, UPS, and local delivery shipments.
• Participate in loading and unloading trucks when necessary.
• Requisition and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
• Barcode new stock or gear.

Other duties may be assigned.