Material Handler Shipping Receiving

Shipping/Receiving Associate

Shift: Morning Schedule: 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM; Monday to Friday Pay Rate: $22.00

Position Summary: The Shipping/Receiving Associate verifies and keeps accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares products for shipment while maintaining quality and productivity standards. The employee will work individually and as a team to pull, stage, load, and unload shipments. This job will require the employee to work in all areas of the warehouse.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains forklifts in a safe manner to load and unload trailers
• Stores finished and raw materials in storage racks
• Fills out all paperwork and inventory tracking documents necessary for shipping, receiving, and accurate inventory control
• Manages FIFO product management independently without error
• Palletizes, wraps, and processes for shipment of all outgoing products
• Pull pick lists for shipments
• Sets up and stages LTL orders
• Call LTL carriers for pickups
• Yard Jockey; moving trailers around the yard
• Knows and adheres to all safety rules and procedures
• Performs housekeeping duties as necessary to support 6S
• Participation in setting and achieving team goals in productivity, Quality, Environmental Health & Safety, and material usage
• Performs other tasks as assigned

Competency Statements

• Safety Focus: Demonstrates commitment to workplace safety protocols
• Inventory Accuracy: Maintains precise stock levels and location tracking
• Team Collaboration: Works effectively across departments
• Quality Orientation: Ensures products meet specifications
• Adaptability: Responds effectively to changing priorities

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year of factory-related work experience
• Yard Jockey experience; 1+ year preferred
• Forklift driving experience (electric); 1+ year preferred
• Experience working in a warehouse environment; 1+ year preferred
• Prior experience processing Shipping documents a plus
• Ability to work in a high-speed, fast-paced production environment
• Availability to work overtime when needed
• Display a teamwork mentality, work well with others, and actively participate in the Shipping and Receiving Team
• Outstanding attention to detail

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift to 30 lbs.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts, overtime, and weekends
• Must be able to get in and out of trucks: Reaching, pulling, large steps, twisting
• Must be able to perform repetitive assembly using hands and arms, which includes bending, reaching, and stretching.

Safety Compliance Requirements

• Strict adherence to all safety protocols and proper PPE usage
• Compliance with food safety regulations including HACCP
• Maintenance of a clean, sanitized work environment per SSOP standards
• Commitment to quality control procedures and documentation

Work Environment This position operates in a climate-controlled food manufacturing facility. The role requires standing for extended periods, regular lifting, and operation of material handling equipment. All employees must adhere to food safety protocols including proper PPE and sanitation procedures.

Benefits and Perks 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discounts Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid elder care Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance