Shipper/Receiver

Shipper/Receiver

The Shipper/Receiver is responsible for loading and unloading trailers, processing shipment orders, organizing inventory, and maintaining a clean and safe shipping environment. This role supports overall plant operations by coordinating the flow of materials and finished products, in alignment with safety and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Sort, package, and load finished products onto flatbed trucks, ensuring products are free from damage and loaded according to safety protocols.
• Prepare shipments by pulling, assembling, palletizing, stretch-wrapping, packaging, and labeling materials.
• Verify all incoming and outgoing shipments by inspecting and counting/measuring to confirm accuracy and timely delivery.
• Place inventory in designated storage locations and maintain an organized stock area.
• Deliver materials (e.g., starter pipe, supplies) to various plant areas as needed.
• Bundle and move pipe to appropriate yard storage areas.
• Safely operate forklifts and cranes in accordance with company safety policies.
• Participate in periodic inventory counts within the shipping department.
• Support and participate in LEAN and 5S initiatives.
• Actively engage in Health & Safety training and promote a safe working environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

Communication Requirements

Internal: Plant Supervisors, Crew Leaders, and Operational Support Teams – coordinate, clarify, and exchange shipment-related information.

Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Previous forklift and/or heavy machinery experience.
• Must be able to positively adapt to changes in shipping/receiving schedules, including occasional unscheduled overtime. Must also be willing to work modified shifts, as required by business volumes.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; proficient in the use of hand and power tools.
• Previous experience in 5-S and Lean Manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills, prioritizing work, and exercising initiative to ensure an efficient and quality level of service.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic computer skills

Physical Requirements

• Walk, sit, stand, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, or hear.
• Use hands for repetitive motions, equipment handling, and keyboarding.
• Visual abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color distinction, and focus adjustment.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Work in moderate to high noise environments and varying indoor/outdoor conditions including heat, cold, humidity, dust, fumes, vibration, and moving machinery.
• Required to wear appropriate PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, reflective clothing, and safety boots.

Company Overview

Infra Pipes has over 60 years of experience specializing in the design, manufacture, and custom fabrication of engineered polyethylene systems for water, wastewater, and stormwater management applications. We provide full-service engineering support and custom solutions to meet project-specific requirements across North America.

Benefits

Infra Pipes offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental coverage, retirement savings, paid time off, tuition and professional development assistance, and eligibility for incentive compensation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Infra Pipes is an equal-opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local law.

Assistance

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please submit a request through the application system.

Right to Work

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. For U.S.-based roles, Infra Pipes participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.