WAREHOUSE – Shipper/Receiver

Purpose The principal purpose of this position is to perform material movement duties in the warehouse, including controlling/managing incoming inventory, interacting with customers and carriers to arrange shipping. This position will require regular loading and unloading of shipments. The Shipper/Receiver must be capable of repetitive heavy lifting and be able to use any equipment when necessary, e.g lift truck, fork lift, etc. They are also accountable for the inspection of incoming shipments and must verify its contents for quality assurance. The Shipper/Receiver plays a crucial role in other business functions and must efficiently manage incoming inventory and maintain excellent relations with shipping companies. Other duties may be assigned that pertain to the classification. Knowledge of all duties is to be cross-functional but specific duties are assigned within available personnel. Primary Responsibilities Unpacking and inspection of received goods for damage and count Assembling containers and crates, pack goods to be shipped and affix proper identifying information and shipping instructions Arranging for carriers for customer shipments, and coordinating for customer pick‐ups as necessary. May operate forklift, hand truck or other equipment to load and store goods Coordinating other non‐stock shipments Lending support to inside/outside sales staff Maintaining order of the warehouse and proper storage of goods. Maintaining and correcting computer stocking system daily for inventory changes Verifying packing slips to purchase orders Conducting monthly cycle counts for inventory Final testing and shipping of product Education Requirement High school diploma Forklift certification College certificate/diploma an asset Required Experience 4‐8 years of shipping and/or warehouse experience Skills Technical expertise Diagnostic Information gathering Extremely Detail oriented Excellent Time Management skills Decisiveness Thoroughness Results orientation Customer orientation Advanced Interaction/Communication Personal credibility Stress Management Team orientation Computer skills