Shipping & Receiving Associate

Shipping & Receiving Associate

The Shipping and Receiving Associate is responsible for the efficient handling of incoming and outgoing shipments within Group O. They receive, inspect, and process incoming goods, ensuring accuracy and quality control. Additionally, they prepare outgoing shipments, including packaging, labeling, and coordinating with carriers for timely delivery. The role requires diligence, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a demanding environment. Overall, the ideal candidate combines technical skills, interpersonal qualities, and a strong work ethic to contribute to the smooth and efficient flow of goods within Group O.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Receive and unload incoming shipments, verify, and inspect contents against purchase orders, and inspect for damages or discrepancies.
• Pick and process outgoing shipments, including packaging, labeling, and scheduling pickups with carriers which include creating and submitting advanced shipping notices (ASNs), and posting outbound shipping transactions in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Maintain accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments, including tracking information and inventory levels.
• Coordinate with other departments to fulfill orders and resolve any shipping-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with shipping and receiving policies and procedures, as well as health and safety regulations.
• Keep work area clean and organized, including storage areas and shipping/receiving docks.
• Operate forklifts and other equipment safely and efficiently, following all manufacturer guidelines and safety protocols.
• Assist with inventory management tasks, including cycle counts and stock replenishment.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers, carriers, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• Participate in training programs and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance job skills and knowledge.

Job Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

• High school diploma
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Familiarity with shipping software and systems
• Ability to work extended and varying schedules as needed, including overtime.
• Strong diligence and ability to accurately record and track inventory.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a demanding environment.
• Basic math skills and ability to perform calculations related to inventory and shipping metrics and a basic user ability with Microsoft Excel.

Experience:

• Six + months in a receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping warehouse environment.

Preferred Experience:

• At least one year of Material handling / forklift experience

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift items up to fifty pounds including standing, stooping, and bending for extended periods.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 10.5 Paid Holidays
• Career Development Opportunities

About Group O

At Group O, it's our employees who we value most. That's why we provide a supportive environment where employees are given every opportunity to excel. Group O offers a wide variety of careers with room for professional growth and advancement, and we are always looking for motivated individuals to join our team. At Group O, our employees' health and well-being is equally as important as the work they perform. We back up that philosophy by providing a competitive benefits package that supports now and for their future. In 1974, Bob Ontiveros saw an opportunity to live the American dream and build a company for himself and his family. 50 years later, the packaging company he originally founded out of the back of his station wagon - Group O is ranked by the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce as one of the top five Latino-owned businesses in the country. Group O has gained prestige for helping Fortune 500 companies like Samsung, Michelin, Caterpillar, and PepsiCo turn their most complex business challenges into centers of profitability and efficiency. Headquartered in Milan, IL, Group O employs over 1,200 employees. Group O is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, and sexual orientation. If you require accommodations to participate in the job application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io, we will work with you to meet your needs. Information provided by applicants will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. We respect your privacy and will handle your application data in accordance with our privacy policy.