Shipping/Receiving Associate I

About the job

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We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

Job Title
Shipping/Receiving Associate I

Responsible for assisting with the maintenance of facility supplies and raw materials. Performs Receiving department operations and distribution of supplies to plant employees.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Packing & Shipping

• Prepare products for shipment according to customer specifications and company procedures
• Select the correct packaging materials, labels, and documentation required for each shipment
• Verify that product engravings, labels, packing slips, and shipping documentation accurately match before shipment
• Package products to ensure quality and protection during transit
• Generate packing slips, bills of lading, shipping labels, and other required shipping documentation
• Process shipments using company computer systems and shipping software
• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures when handling and shipping materials
• Assist with hazardous material shipments in accordance with company procedures and applicable regulations when required

Receiving

• Performs all receiving tasks following approved work instructions and established departmental procedures involved with receiving and distributing supplies/materials under minimal supervision
• Verifies physical counts against documentation to assure accuracy of goods received
• Prepares and maintains records of stock room operations as required
• Assists in Quality Control procedures required for critical items including checking for required certificates for received shipments and completing incoming inspection procedures specified for each material
• Coordinates, clarifies, and prioritizes receiving functions and inventory stores
• Helps unload and inspect incoming packaging and product for damage and correct documentation

Materials Coordination

• Assists in Quality Control Audits for receiving procedures when requested
• Confers with purchasing, planning and manufacturing personnel to assure coordinated activities
• Maintains Kanban ordering systems for plant supplies and materials where required
• Conveys material to and from storage as directed by utilizing general equipment such as hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts following all safety rules
• Orders and stocks supplies for daily plant function as well as production related materials when required
• Transports materials (including hazardous materials), parts, supplies and equipment as well as packing and shipping product throughout facility as required
• Exhibits good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail when transporting materials

Team & Operational Support

• Acts as “go to” person when assistance with procedures, equipment or information is needed in absence of departmental leader when requested
• Professionally interacts with internal customers, (i.e. Purchasing, Planning, or Manufacturing) and external suppliers to obtain supplies/materials in a cost effective manner to meet facility specifications and achieve day to day requirements
• Provides training/cross-training in equipment and process operations as needed
• Uses manufacturing computer system or other system to accurately prepare and record required data
• Support other departmental activities as assigned

Job Requirements:

Education

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent

Experience

• Previous experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse, fulfillment, manufacturing, logistics, or a related environment preferred.
• Experience with packing, labeling, inventory control, or material handling is preferred
• 1-33 years shipping or related experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately verify labels, paperwork, product markings, and shipment information
• Ability to follow detailed customer-specific packaging and shipping requirements
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to remain productive in a fast-paced environment
• Basic to intermediate computer skills and ability to learn company systems and complete electronic transactions
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to stand and move throughout the workday and safely handle materials and packages

Target Hiring Range
: USD 17.00 - USD 20.50

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!