Shipping and Receiving Associate Jobs
A Shipping and Receiving Associate in the logistics industry plays a pivotal role in managing and coordinating all aspects of incoming and outgoing merchandise. This includes tasks such as loading and unloading shipments, verifying shipped goods against sales orders, and processing returns. They also maintain inventory records and ensure the proper storage of goods. More so, they are responsible for complying with all safety standards and handling protocols.
Important skills for this role include strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Proficiency in inventory software and familiarity with supply chain procedures are also essential. Some positions may require certifications such as a Forklift Operator Certification or a Dangerous Goods Handling Certification. Prior to being a Shipping and Receiving Associate, one may have roles such as a Warehouse Clerk, Inventory Control Specialist, or a Material Handler.

Millwork Shipping & Receiving Associate
- Custom Millwork & Design Group, Inc.
- Bantam, CT
- 5 days ago
- Custom Millwork & Design Group, Inc.
- Bantam, CT
- 5 days ago
We are seeking a motivated individual to join our company as a Shipping and Receiving Associate....

- Newco Enterprises, Inc.
- Saint Charles, MO
- 7 days ago
- Newco Enterprises, Inc.
- Saint Charles, MO
- 7 days ago
Newco Enterprises is a leading manufacturer of commercial coffee machines that has been brewing up innovations for 50 years. Founded in 1974, Newco has grown from humble beginnings into an...

1st Shift Warehouse Shipping Associate
- WAI Global
- Southaven, MS
- 8 days ago
- WAI Global
- Southaven, MS
- 8 days ago
handling equipment, such as RF devices, label machines, weight scales, and pallet jacks Re-box and label materials, conduct weight counts for sales orders, and transfer materials to staging areas Perform...

- WAI Global
- Southaven, MS
- 11 days ago
- WAI Global
- Southaven, MS
- 11 days ago
handling equipment, such as RF devices, label machines, weight scales, and pallet jacks Re-box and label materials, conduct weight counts for sales orders, and transfer materials to staging areas Perform...
Additional Information Pay: $26.00/hour, Shipping & Receiving Job Number 25065165 Job Category Procurement, Purchasing, and Quality Assurance Location The Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara, 8301...
New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196. Want to build a stronger, more sustainable...
2nd Shift GLASS PRODUCTION LOAD/UNLOAD ASSOCIATE **This role is not open for submission from outside staffing agencies** What Brought You Here Total compensation pay range $16 Per hour Weekly Pay...
Allied Personnel Services is seeking candidates for a Receiving opening! This long-term position is available on 1st shift. Hours are Mon-Fri, 8a-430p. Pay is $17.00/hr. Responsibilities: unpack...
Shipping Receiving Clerk Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Shipping Receiving Clerk for a company based in Houston, TX. In this role, you will have the opportunity to be responsible...
Examples of equipment include: Order Picker, Forklift, pallet jack, pull cart, ladder Maintaining order & housekeeping of assigned work areas....
Seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Receiving Clerk to support our non-direct material inventory and operations. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely...
Ability to push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with the assistance of proper material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jack). Ability to occasionally lift or reach merchandise overhead....
Examples of equipment are: Order Picker, Forklift, pallet jack, pull cart, ladder Maintains order and housekeeping of assigned work areas....
What You'll do as a Shipping and Receiving Associate Performs all Shipping and Receiving functions as outlined in established procedures....
Examples of equipment include: Order Picker, Forklift, pallet jack, pull cart, ladder Maintaining order & housekeeping of assigned work areas....
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Shipping and Receiving Associates offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Shipping and Receiving Associate position
- Friendliness
- Picking & Packing
- Pallet Jack
- Palletizing
- LTL
- Material Handling
- Pulling Orders
- Staging
- Warehouse Management
- Bill of Lading
- Shipping
- Replenishing
- Order Fulfillment
- Cycle Counting
- RF Scanner
- Warehouse Management System
- Inbound
- Packing
- Labeling
- Pulling
- Sorting
- Loading & Unloading
- Safety Training
- Purchase Orders
- Forklift Operator
- Forklift
- Concrete
- Inspections
- Shipping and Receiving
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Merchandising
- Inventory Control
- Reimbursement
- Customer Satisfaction
- Distribution
- Packaging
- Logistics
- Math
- Military Background
- Retail
- High School Diploma
- Punctual
- Writing Skills
- Documentation
- Flexibility
- Filing
- Inventory Management
- Regulations
- Sales
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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