Overview 

The Shipper/Receiver ensures seamless processing of outgoing shipments and incoming items.  The Shipper/Receiver understands the impact of this position to other business functions that depend on the accuracy and efficiency of outgoing items.   

Roles & Responsibilities 

• Manually load and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, and lifting devices. 

• Put away received materials to proper storage locations. 

• Process all required paperwork and maintain adequate records in Sage for reporting and tracking. 

• Maintain filing of shipping documents. 

• Prepare and schedule shipments and daily transportation needs with different carriers/couriers. 

• Oversee the secure and accurate loading and unloading of deliveries. 

• Perform forklift circle checks and routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment. 

• Manage inventory of shipping materials and supplies. 

• Sort and distribute incoming shipments to applicable departments. 

• Perform quality audits of the condition of shipped goods for both incoming and outgoing items prior to signing off and report discrepancies to immediate supervisor. 

• Ensure that shipments contain proper documentation and if multiple items per shipment, ensure item lists are complete. 

• Problem-solve for any causes of missing documents, shipments, and deliveries. 

• Perform all duties in accordance with Silent-Aire Limited Partnership safety program standards and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and Code. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

• Demonstrated ability to operate material handling equipment including forklift truck. 

• Online shipping, tracking, and receiving experience utilizing FedEx, UPS, Purolator and DHL. 

• Experience in the manufacturing industry preferred. 

• Min 2 years working experience in shipping and receiving role required. 

• Able to communicate both verbally and in writing.  

• Time management skills. 

• Basic mathematical skills. 

• Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently. 

• Attention to detail in all areas of work.  

• Dependable, with good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills. 

• Computer skills are a must, specifically Microsoft Office Apps like Outlook and Excel. 

Working Conditions 

• Exercise caution, as the environment presents many naturally occurring hazards. 

• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals. 

• Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment). 

• Employee may be exposed to uncomfortable work settings such as cold or hot weather outdoors; may have combinations of standing, crouching, or sitting throughout the day. 

• Must be able to carry and move equipment and/or supplies in excess of 40 pounds. 

• Fast-paced environment. 

• Overtime as required. 

Contacts 

• Communication is primarily internal to the assigned work team, the Inventory and Materials Supervisors, and Production and Plant Management.