Receiving Clerk

Essential Functions

• Receive and unload deliveries in a safe and efficient manner.
• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, or invoices.
• Inspect materials for damage, defects, or quality issues, and report discrepancies.
• Accurately record received items into inventory management systems.
• Tag, label, and stage received materials in designated storage areas.
• Communicate with purchasing, production, and warehouse staff regarding delivery status or issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized receiving area.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other warehouse equipment as required.
• Absorb assistance with cycle counts and physical inventory as needed.

Core Competencies

• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork
• Reliability
• Flexibility/Adaptability

Job Specific Competencies

• Operations & Product Knowledge
• Inventory Management
• Technology (warehouse management systems, handheld scanners, etc.)
• Time Management
• Safety Awareness

Work Environment

• This job operates in a warehouse environment within a commercial bakery facility.
• The role routinely uses forklifts, pallet jacks, scanners, and other warehouse equipment.
• Noise levels are generally moderate to high.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and lift materials.
• The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and operate warehouse equipment safely.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness required.

Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time, non-exempt position.
• Standard days and hours are Monday through Friday, with overtime, evenings, and weekends as needed to meet business demands.