Lead Shipping Receiving Clerk

Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting in managing and maintaining inventory. This individual will also maintain department records for inventory, tracking, shipping and receiving orders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Contributes to and follows operational procedures for activities such as verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials, and keeping warehouse inventory current.

* Inspects physical condition of warehouse and equipment. Makes appropriate suggestions for corrective actions.

* Prepares work orders for repairs and requisitions for replacement of equipment.

* Confers with department heads to ensure coordination of warehousing activities with activities of other functions such as production, sales, records control, and purchasing.

* Maintain ingredients and material in a First In First Out basis (FIFO)

* Maintains files for all incoming and outgoing shipments.

* Ensures effective safety procedures, tools and record keeping are managed through site leadership.

* Adheres to company GMP’s (good manufacturing practices), safety procedures and all other quality processes.

* Wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when required.

* All other duties as assigned.

* Orders all packaging supplies and ensure Purchase orders created for each order.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

High school or equivalent required. A degree is preferred.

Experience:

One to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Manufacturing environment experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices is beneficial. Outstanding verbal, written, multi-tasking and presentation skills. Ability to create momentum and foster organizational change. Bilingual in Spanish is beneficial. Must have a working knowledge of MS Word and MS PowerPoint software, and be proficient with MS Excel software. Experience with Oracle is beneficial.

Travel Requirements:

None

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Approximately; 30% of work is performed in an office environment. 70% of work may involve being in the agricultural or manufacturing environment.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice