Shipper/Receiver

Fitchburg, MA 01420

Employment Type: Full Time Industry: Light Industrial Job Number: 93506 Pay Rate: 19.50 Specialty: Shipping and Receiving Branch: Fitchburg, MA Pay Type: Hour

Job Description

SUMMARY:  The Shipper/Receiver is responsible for the timely movement of goods in and out of the Warehouse and keeping accurate records of inventory.

   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:  The requirements listed below are representative of the essential duties required of the Shipper/Receiver.

 

  • Perform a variety of routine duties to fill orders for shipment and receive incoming materials.
  • Work from shipping orders with both written and verbal instructions.
  • Prepare bill of lading forms, shipping labels and packing slips.
  • Use weighing scales and strapping equipment.
  • Arrange for proper carrier, also pick-up of outgoing shipments.
  • Rotate cartons as required to ship first in, first out.
  • Move material as required using fork truck and other material handling equipment.
  • Report unusual problems or unsafe conditions to Warehouse Supervisor.
  • Observe all health and safety requirements and maintain equipment and work areas in neat and orderly condition.
  • Perform all safety checks on equipment, racking, shelving and storage units.
  • Ship orders using FedEx/UPS computer systems.
  • Enter shipping/tracking information into the IQMS
  • This list is not all inclusive and the Shipper/Receiver will receive additional assignments as required to meet the needs of the business.
  • Quality: Quality is everyone’s responsibility

 

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

 

  • Able to effectively communicate using the Basic English language.
  • Must be able to work from instructions written in the Basic English Language.
  • High School Diploma with 5+ years of experience in Shipping/Receiving and utilizing shipping software/packages and established shipping procedures.   
  • Must be proficient with Incoming/Outgoing freight; UPS & FedEx labeling and/or other shipping systems; experience utilizing a Company’s inventory system (IQMS knowledge preferred).
  • Excellent problem solving, organization, analytical and interpersonal skills required.
  • Must be detail oriented, able to meet deadlines, multi-task and work independently.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 

The work environment is typical of a fast-paced warehouse in a manufacturing facility with seasonal hot and cold temperatures and some exposure to the outside elements at the docks. Noise level is consistent with that of shipping/receiving with vehicles and material handling equipment.  Must be able to bend, lift, move and stack materials up to 50 pounds.  Work performed is typically walking and standing but may require stooping, kneeling and crouching. 

Work requires 20/20 vision (with or without corrective lenses).

 

Job Requirements

English

Previous Shipping and receiving experience is a MUST

 

Additional Information

At HW Staffing Solutions we recognize the value of our employee associates as equally as our clients. We are passionate about people and improving the lives of every associate, we do this by connecting you with great companies and great opportunities. We celebrate our awesome diversity, believe that everyone has a unique talent, and appreciate the passion and perspectives that each of us bring to the table. Discover a new way to work together with a company that is focused on offering the best opportunities, benefits and career advancement in Accounting & Finance, Office & Administrative, Light Industrial, Professional & Technical, Call Center, Food Processing and Hospitality. HW Staffing Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity company.

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