Shipper/Receiver

Company Introduction:

Our family-owned and operated business is driven by our 4 Es of Doing Business – Effective, Efficient, Equity and Expansion.  We look for exceptional candidates who embrace our values to join our team. If you possess a strong work ethic and an appetite to increase your experience, skill set and knowledge as a Shipper/Receiver with an established organization, you could be the right fit for Rihm Family Companies.

BENEFITS WE OFFER:      

• VERY COMPETITIVE PAY!
• Generous Personal Time Off Plan (PTO) + Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Savings Plan + Employer Match
• Employer Paid Basic Term Life and AD&D Coverage
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability Available with Employer Contribution
• Supplemental Insurance Available (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity)
• Company Paid Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Discounts

Position Summary:

Provides timely shipment of orders and parts check-in.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Effectively pick, package and ship products to customers and suppliers according to company process and standards.
• Inspect, check-in and stock shelves with incoming parts.
• Compare parts received against packing lists to verify accuracy of shipments received.
• Move heavy items with the help of forklifts, pallet jacks and wheel trucks.
• Assists with inventory cycle counts.
• Negotiate shipping rates with freight companies and couriers.
• Files damaged goods claims when applicable.
• Inspects forklifts daily and schedules maintenance and repairs.
• Pulls, packs, tags and ships parts return.
• Assists with core returns to vendors.
• Pulls orders for parts delivery.
• May fill in for delivery drivers as needed.
• Other duties to meet business requirements.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to safely operate forklift and pallet jack.

Key Attributes/Skills/Characteristics:

• Basic computer skills (list specifics)
• Basic math skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to use shipping software programs such as UPS, FedEx, courier software, etc.
• Effective time management skills
• Attention to detail.
• Self-motivated

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good communication skills for negotiating shipping rates with multiple freight carriers.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record (where applicable).
• Must become certified to operate a forklift (Company provided training).
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Must pass DOT physical (if applicable)

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.

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.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of tasks, responsibilities, or duties.  Rihm Family Companies reserves the right to amend this document to meet legal, business, and organizational requirements as necessary.

Rihm Family Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At RFC we are committed to treating all employees and applicants equitably based upon merit and experience, without regard to race/ethnicity, religion, gender identity/expression, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification.