Shipping and Receiving Associate
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Partnered with representatives from different carriers to arrange materials shipments.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.