Logistics Associate – Shipping & Receiving

Employment Type: Direct Hire
Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly
Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
Schedule: 1st Shift, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
Overtime: Voluntary
Open Positions: 2 (Shipping and Receiving)
Experience Required: Minimum 1 year of related experience
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required

Position Overview

We are seeking two dependable, detail-oriented Logistics Associates to support shipping, receiving, stockroom, and inventory operations within a manufacturing environment.

One position will primarily support the Shipping Department, while the other will focus on Receiving. Both positions are part of an integrated logistics team responsible for maintaining accurate inventory, supporting production operations, and ensuring finished products are packaged and shipped according to customer requirements.

The selected candidates will work with incoming materials, inventory management systems, stockroom operations, and outbound shipments. Team members will also receive cross-training across shipping, receiving, and stockroom functions to support operational flexibility.

The ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing logistics, inventory control, order fulfillment, parcel shipping, or receiving operations. Strong computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment are essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Shipping Operations

• Prepare finished products and materials for shipment according to customer packaging and handling requirements.
• Package products to ensure proper protection during transportation and delivery.
• Generate shipping labels and documentation using FedEx, UPS, and other parcel shipping systems.
• Process shipments through customer-specific shipping portals and obtain required authorizations.
• Interpret shipping instructions, customer specifications, and packaging requirements.
• Prepare shipping records, air bills, bills of lading, and related documentation.
• Verify shipment contents, quantities, and destination information for accuracy.
• Coordinate with carriers regarding shipment scheduling, tracking, and delivery follow-up.
• Maintain accurate electronic shipping records and documentation.
• Support international shipping activities and export compliance requirements when applicable.

Receiving Operations

• Receive incoming shipments and materials at the receiving dock.
• Sign for deliveries and verify incoming packages against shipping documentation.
• Inspect incoming materials for identification, quantity, and documentation accuracy.
• Enter receiving information into computerized inventory management systems.
• Assign and record appropriate stockroom storage locations.
• Transport received materials to designated stockroom locations.
• Weigh, count, and verify incoming and outgoing parts or materials.
• Identify discrepancies, shortages, or damaged materials and communicate concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate receiving records and ensure required documentation is complete.

Stockroom and Inventory Control

• Maintain accurate inventory records through scheduled cycle counting and reconciliation activities.
• Count inventory and reconcile physical quantities with electronic inventory records.
• Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Receive, identify, and organize materials by part number, type, or designated storage location.
• Store materials in assigned stockroom locations according to established procedures.
• Select and retrieve components from inventory using production orders, job packets, and parts lists.
• Organize picked components into containers or carts for delivery to production work cells.
• Deliver materials to designated manufacturing areas to support production schedules.
• Process inventory requisitions, resolve shortages, and update electronic inventory transactions.
• Maintain accurate records using computerized inventory and material management systems.

Raw Materials and Parts Identification

• Receive and verify incoming raw materials against purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and movement of raw materials to designated storage areas.
• Identify and label materials according to established procedures.
• Support raw material preparation and cutting operations when trained and authorized.
• Interpret travelers, blueprints, and technical instructions for proper part identification.
• Update material transactions and production information in applicable inventory and manufacturing systems.
• Report material shortages, discrepancies, and inventory concerns to appropriate personnel.

Safety, Quality, and Continuous Improvement

• Follow established safety procedures and material handling requirements.
• Maintain clean, organized, and Foreign Object Damage (FOD)-free work areas.
• Apply 5S workplace organization principles throughout assigned work areas.
• Participate in department problem-solving activities, Lean improvement events, and team initiatives.
• Support inventory accuracy, material traceability, and timely production support.
• Collaborate with shipping, receiving, stockroom, and production personnel to resolve operational issues.
• Assist with departmental performance tracking and improvement metrics as required.
• Participate in cross-training activities to develop proficiency across multiple logistics functions.
• Perform additional logistics and material support duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience in shipping, receiving, stockroom operations, inventory control, material handling, or manufacturing logistics.
• Experience performing logistics or product support duties in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
• Ability to use computers and electronic inventory management systems.
• Ability to accurately enter, maintain, and retrieve inventory and shipment information.
• Ability to read and interpret shipping documents, inventory records, parts lists, and related work instructions.
• Basic mathematical skills for counting, verifying quantities, and reconciling inventory.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to handle, count, sort, and package materials and components.
• Ability to identify inventory discrepancies and communicate concerns effectively.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to learn and perform duties across shipping, receiving, and stockroom operations.
• Ability to follow established safety and quality procedures.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FedEx, UPS, or similar parcel shipping systems.
• Experience preparing individual packages and processing customer-specific shipments.
• Familiarity with customer shipping portals and shipment authorization procedures.
• Experience with international shipping documentation and export compliance requirements.
• Previous receiving experience involving inventory entry, material identification, and stockroom placement.
• Experience performing cycle counts and reconciling inventory discrepancies.
• Familiarity with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or enterprise inventory management systems.
• Experience supporting manufacturing production cells through component picking and material delivery.
• Experience using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
• Forklift operator certification.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings, travelers, or part identification requirements.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement practices.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform material handling activities throughout the workday.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to handle small components, packages, and inventory materials.
• Ability to perform repetitive counting, sorting, packaging, and inventory tasks.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment when trained and authorized.
• Ability to meet applicable visual acuity requirements, including near vision, distance vision, and color perception.
• Ability to work in shipping, receiving, stockroom, and manufacturing environments.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing logistics, stockroom, shipping, and receiving environment.
• Regular handling of incoming materials, production components, and finished products.
• Use of computerized inventory systems, shipping software, and material handling equipment.
• Collaboration with production personnel and other logistics team members.
• Cross-training across shipping, receiving, and stockroom operations.
• Strong emphasis on inventory accuracy, product quality, safety, and timely material movement.
• First-shift schedule from 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, with voluntary overtime opportunities.

Key Competencies

• Shipping and receiving operations
• Parcel shipping and packaging
• Inventory control and cycle counting
• Stockroom organization and material handling
• Computerized inventory management
• Data entry and recordkeeping accuracy
• Material identification and traceability
• Attention to detail
• Basic mathematics and quantity verification
• Communication and teamwork
• Problem-solving and discrepancy resolution
• Lean manufacturing and 5S
• Safety awareness and FOD prevention
• Adaptability and cross-training
• Reliability and accountability