Shipping & Receiving Associate

Sussex Wire is seeking a dependable, organized, and detail-oriented Shipping & Receiving Coordinator to join our team.

In this role, you will coordinate, schedule, and complete shipping and receiving activities for inbound raw materials, finished goods, tooling, and supplies. You will also coordinate inbound and outbound deliveries with secondary processors, arrange transportation for customer orders, and complete the documentation necessary to ensure accurate and timely shipments.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What You'll Do

• Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipments of raw materials, finished goods, tooling, and supplies.
• Support the shipment of finished goods and supplies, including counting, packing, labeling, and completing work order transactions.
• Provide precise and accurate counts, including for very small parts.
• Schedule carrier pickups according to customer purchase orders and shipping instructions.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound deliveries with secondary processors.
• Prepare bills of lading and other required shipping and receiving documentation.
• Process shipments using carrier systems such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL.
• Review and interpret packing slips and accurately enter information into the ERP system.
• Acknowledge receipt of goods against purchase orders and within the appropriate processing database.
• Receive and issue raw materials to production work orders.
• Move materials and finished goods using carts, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
• Report defective materials or questionable conditions to Quality and Supply Chain.
• Monitor shipping material inventory and submit requisitions to Supply Chain as needed.
• Maintain an adequate supply of shipping materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and ensure equipment is kept in proper condition.
• Follow established company safety policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and other departments.
• Manage multiple tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing-related shipping and receiving experience.
• Ability to read and write English and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic math skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and learn new processes quickly.
• Experience operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts; must be willing to complete in-house certification.
• Experience with an ERP system, such as Visual or a similar system, is preferred.
• Experience with UPS, FedEx, and DHL online shipping systems is preferred.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position works in a manufacturing environment and requires frequent movement and handling of materials and products.

Employees in this position must be able to:

• Frequently lift materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds, with occasional lifting above 50 pounds.
• Frequently use hands and fingers to handle materials and/or adjust equipment.
• Perform moderate reaching, pushing, pulling, gripping, and grasping.
• Safely operate carts, pallet jacks, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment.
• Operate a computer and keyboard and use a telephone as required.
• Communicate effectively using speech, hearing, and vision.
• Wear required personal protective equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed work boots or shoes.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Schedule

This is a full-time position, working 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday.

Overtime and weekend work may occasionally be required to meet business demands.

Travel: None
Benefits & Perks

At Sussex Wire, we value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.

• Health Benefits effective Day 1
• 401(k) with company match following 30 days of employment
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Time
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Quarterly Bonus Eligibility
• $150 Safety Shoe Allowance
• Company-Paid Uniforms
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Join Our Team

If you are reliable, safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a hands-on manufacturing environment where quality and precision matter, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Sussex Wire team and the MW Fasteners family.

Equal Employment Opportunity


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