Shipping & Receiving Technician
Our Home · Kankakee, IL · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
Requirements
- 1-2 years related experience and training preferred
- WMS and forklift experience a plus
- Previous experience in shipping and receiving or quality assurance
- Attention to detail and self-starter
- Must be able to learn and understand Warehouse and Production processes
- Understanding of the food industry and safety standards
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel & WMS Systems
- Basic Math Skills Required
- Exceptional, grammar, writing, and documentation skills required
- Teamwork and communication skills required
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Detail-oriented and accurate in data entry and recordkeeping
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect incoming shipments for accuracy
- Perform thorough inspections of all incoming raw materials and ingredients
- Evaluate products for defects, damages, or deviations from specified standards
- Take appropriate action based on findings
- Perform Gluten testing on incoming ingredients
- Carefully review and verify Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each shipment
- Ensure that outgoing shipments are properly packaged and meet the required specifications
- Verify contents of shipments against purchase orders and packing slips
- Ensure proper labeling and packaging of outbound shipments
- Identify and report any discrepancies or damages
- Document and track all shipment inspection activities
- Collaborate with Warehouse to resolve issues and ensure smooth shipment processes
- Communicate quality issues and coordinate corrective measures with purchasing and production departments
- Engage in regular discussions with suppliers and the logistics team to improve material quality and resolve any recurring problems
- Adhere to all safety protocols
Other Duties And Responsibilities
- Report food safety, food quality or plant safety issues
- Forklift Operation Required