Shipping and Receiving Associate I
Department: Distribution/Quality Control
Reports To: Operations/General Manager
Status: Non-Exempt
Shift & Training Details:
This position is scheduled for the overnight shift from 1:00 AM – 9:30 AM.
You will be required to complete initial training on the 4:00 AM – 12:00 PM shift. Once training is complete, you will transition to the 1:00 AM start time.
This role requires dependable, self-motivated individuals who can manage their time effectively. Candidates must demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently while maintaining productivity and accuracy.
Description: The Shipping and Receiving Associate I is responsible for supporting the daily flow of incoming and outgoing parts. This role focuses on unloading transfer trucks, checking in and inspecting incoming parts, and assisting with loading delivery drivers to ensure orders are accurate, organized, and ready for timely distribution. This position plays an important role in maintaining efficiency, accuracy, and quality throughout the shipping and receiving process.
Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Unload incoming transfer trucks safely and efficiently.*
Help meet established unloading goal times.
Record and document daily unload completion times accurately.
Check incoming parts accurately and verify proper condition.*
Inspect parts for visible damage, accuracy, and quality concerns.*
Assist in staging and loading parts for delivery drivers.*
Organize outgoing merchandise so it is easy to identify and load correctly.*
Prepare parts for shipment or storage using proper tagging, bagging, wrapping, and packaging methods.*
Communicate any issues, shortages, damages, or discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor.*
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.*
Follow all company safety policies and procedures.*
Work cooperatively with shipping & receiving, delivery drivers, and management to support daily operations.*
Must be able to work outside in the elements.*
Perform other duties as assigned.*
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Prior warehouse, shipping/receiving, or automotive parts experience preferred.
Strong attendance and punctuality required.
Must be dependable, trustworthy, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.
Leadership experience is not required, but experience helping guide a team or act as a point person is a plus.
Forklift experience or certification preferred; training may be provided.
Language Ability:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates and Licenses:
Forklift certification. Training and certification available.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, and talk or hear. While doing this job the employee will be primarily on their feet for long periods of time. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. For heavier merchandise lifting devices and/or assistance is required.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outdoor weather conditions. This is a smoke free environment for safety reasons.
The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.
Disclaimer:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Equal Employment:
Wilbert's is an equal employment organization that hires employees without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, veteran status, disability in accordance with Federal, State and Local employment laws.
Compensation and Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
HSA matching
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Employee referral program
Short term & Long term disability
Pay Frequency: Weekly
Salary: $22-$27/hr
Paid Time Off
Scheduling: Full time shifts are 5 days a week Monday through Friday working 40 hours a week. Lunch break is mandatory 30 minute lunch break or an optional 1 hour lunch Break.
Tools and Equipment: We provide the tools necessary to complete the job such as tablets/scanners for part processing, company email, personal accounts for management systems, procedure documents, proper PPE, etc.
Training: We offer a 90 day grace period with a 2 week paid training period allowing you to become familiar with the role.
About us: Wilbert’s is a family owned and operated automotive recycling company based out of Webster NY since 1952. We are proud to serve the community with the most premium recycled automotive parts in the area. We are looking to add outgoing, honest and respectful individuals to our growing family. Previous experience is a benefit but is not required. New members will be provided with the proper training and equipment to do the job at task. We pride ourselves on our team work, customer service, positivity and a safe work environment. If you would like to help us grow our family please apply now.