Shipping & Receiving I

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

The Shipping and Receiving Associate will accept and process inbound shipments. Verify delivered items, unload trucks, ensure items are stored correctly, and process returns. Loads outbound trucks to instruction specification and securely to prevent shifting or damage in transit. Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials. Ultimately, we should be able to ensure efficient shipping and receiving processes and promptly resolve any problems or discrepancies. Contributes to building a positive team spirit and supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Loading outbound trucks and unloading inbound trucks.
• As shipments of new lumber come into the yard, team members unload trucks, organize and store received items in appropriate areas.
• Inspecting deliveries to ensure they match order and invoice criteria.
• Inspect all incoming products for damage.
• Processing returns for incorrect or unsatisfactory items.
• Receives loading instructions, then loads trucks and verifies the accuracy of lumber materials to be delivered. Providing safe and timely loading.
• Responsible for maintaining professional attitude, good conduct, and appearance.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner by working with team members and/or managers to resolve challenges.
• Operating material handling equipment, forklift, etc...

• Perform routine inspections on equipment, tools, and machines, and notify maintenance team and supervisor when maintenance is needed.
• Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of the yard, ensuring that stacks of wood stay neat and that the yard has a clean appearance.
• Work towards having product knowledge to answer questions accurately.
• Must adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
• Communicate and coordinate with managers, supervisors, maintenance, and peers.
• Know and follow safety requirements for safe operation of all forklifts onsite.
• Safely move products around the warehouse or facility to support production flow.
• Position lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
• Handles and completes paperwork as required, including bill of ladings (BOLs) and material consumption sheets.
• Loads and unloads flatbed and box vans as needed.
• Using proper ergonomics to perform general physical activities to stack lumber, lift lumber, mounting and dismounting of forklifts/Combi Lifts.
• Because of the physical nature of the job, the associate must be physically fit and able to lift or move heavy loads.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the lead or management.

Abilities:

• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.

• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities.

• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions

Requirements:

• Required to work outside in all Montana weather conditions – SmartLam provides necessary weather gear.
• Forklift certified preferred, but willing to train.
• A valid driver's license, and good driving record.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Previous warehouse experience and familiarity with shipping/receiving practices and handling methods.
• Attention to detail.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Good understanding of warehouse safety regulations
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Reliable individual with excellent time and attendance record.
• High school diploma or GED.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Equal Employment Opportunity
SmartLam North America is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws regarding discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other protected status.

Americans with Disabilities: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.