Shipping and receiving associate

F/S Manufacturing

JOB TITLE: Shipping and Receiving Associate

REPORTS TO: Operations Specialist

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY: Receive incoming goods from suppliers and ship out bound goods to customers will adhering to company operating procedures and standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and condition, checking against purchase orders or invoices.

• Prepare shipments, ensuring proper packaging and labeling to prevent damage or misplacement.

• Verify and record all incoming and outgoing items in the appropriate system.

• Assist in loading and unloading items from trucks or containers, using appropriate equipment or machinery.

• Conduct inventory counts and maintain inventory records.

• Identify and report any inventory discrepancies or damaged goods.

• Perform shipping and inventory tasks within ERP/MRP software system

• Collaborate with other departments to resolve any shipping or receiving issues or delays.

• Maintain a clean and organized shipping and receiving area.

• Adhere to all safety standards and guidelines during shipping and receiving operations.

• Assist in other warehouse or production tasks as needed.

  COMPETENCY:

  To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Develops alternative solutions.

• Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance.

• Interpersonal – Maintains confidentiality

• Oral Communication – Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; effective at communicating with peers.

• Team Work – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

• Written Communication – Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written

  Information.

• Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures.

• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

• Dependability – Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

• Initiative – Asks for and offers help when needed.

• Innovation – Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas.

• Judgment – Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.

• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.

• Professionalism – Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.

• Quality – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.

• Quantity – Strives to increase productivity.

• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Agriculture background not required but basic knowledge is preferred. ERP/MRP experience preferred. Forklift certification or experience preferred.

LANGUAGE ABILITY:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

MATHEMATIC ABILITY:

Ability to calculate basic mathematics such as adding, subtracting and multiplication

COMPUTER SKILLS:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should be highly comfortable working on a computer on a daily basis.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

No Certifications needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must have the ability to work in a fast paced, high expectation environment with limited daily direction. Should be a self starter and punctual.

I have read understand and accept the above written essential job functions and description(s).

Employee Signature Date

• This is not a binding employment contract