Shipping/Receiving Operator

Shipping & Receiving Operator

Location: Spring, TX 77389

Shift: 1st Shift | 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 6 days per week, rotating day off

Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Job Type: Temp to hire, 6 month contract assignment before permanent conversion

Job Summary

The Shipping & Receiving Operator is responsible for coordinating and executing all outbound and inbound material movements. This role ensures accurate shipping documentation, proper handling of materials, safe equipment operation, and effective communication with carriers, purchasing, and production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify outbound shipments by ensuring loaded materials match Bills of Lading and shipping documentation
• Interact professionally with carrier drivers
• Receive incoming materials, unload deliveries, and verify condition, quantity, and accuracy against inbound paperwork
• Label and color code materials for accurate identification
• Prepare, package, and stage materials for shipment
• Compare incoming and outgoing shipments against Bills of Lading, invoices, work orders, and RMAs
• Maintain accurate shipping and receiving records
• Deliver verified vendor paperwork to the Purchasing department
• Transfer materials to stock locations or deliver to requesters as appropriate
• Check inventory levels as requested and report discrepancies
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand dollies, and other material handling equipment
• Load and unload trucks based on product type and carrier requirements (Flatbed, LTL, FedEx, Bulk Resin, Fiberglass, etc.)
• Move materials between shipping/receiving areas, storage, and production areas
• Work with Purchasing and Inventory Control to order production materials and supplies
• Print and manage production labels
• Assist the Production Foreman with scheduling and planning, as needed
• Maintain adequate shipping supplies (cartons, pallets, banding materials, lumber, inks, etc.)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Prior shipping, receiving, or warehouse experience 1-2 years
• Ability to read and write in English or Spanish (bilingual preferred)
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and material handling equipment
• Ability to read and interpret a standard measuring tape
• Understanding of quality, environmental, and workplace safety requirements
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move materials up to 50 lbs
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment throughout the shift

Work Environment

Manufacturing/warehouse setting - Open air shop - Moderate noise levels

Pre Employment Requirements

Must pass a background check

Must successfully complete a drug screen

Must participate in an in person interview