Shipping and Receiving Associate

Shipping and Receiving Associate

JOB-10045024

Anticipated Start Date

September 29, 2025

Location

Plumsteadville, PA

Type of Employment

Contract to Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a world leader in gases, technologies and services used in many industries and for Health purposes. Oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter, and energy.

With safety as their priority, training will be provided for all employees to ensure the job is done properly. This client also hires many of their full-time employees through temporary agencies so many of our roles are temp-to-hire. This gives our candidates and the client an opportunity to ensure that this will be a good fit for a full-time role with their company. All roles have an opportunity for career advancement once full time with our client and provide excellent benefits to their full-time

Job Summary

W e are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-conscious Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our operations team. This role is critical to the accuracy and efficiency of our materials receiving, inventory management, and material transport processes across multiple facilities. The ideal candidate will have forklift experience, a strong understanding of inventory systems, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Job Description

• Perform all material receiving activities, including verifying lot numbers, purchase orders, and quantities for both production and non-production items.
• Cross-check received goods with packing slips and purchase orders; identify and report discrepancies or damages.
  
• Serve as a backup to the Purchasing & Inventory Technician, including receiving materials in SAP.
  
• Maintain clean and organized raw material storage areas across multiple buildings and external storage locations.
  
• Move approved raw materials from quarantine to designated warehouse locations, updating SAP as necessary.
  
• Transport materials between storage areas (Buildings 1 & 3 and storage trailers).
  
• Ensure that production areas are adequately stocked with materials to prevent downtime.
  
• Assist in inventory management by conducting counts, resolving discrepancies in SAP, and maintaining accurate records.
  
• Operate forklifts safely to load, unload, and transport materials.
  
• Follow all safety protocols and complete assigned training in a timely manner.
  
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment at all times.

Skills Required

• Forklift experience required
• SAP experience strongly preferred
  
• Experience with inventory control systems
  
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and general computer use
  
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  
• Familiarity with hazardous materials is a plus
  
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Ability to read, understand, and follow SOPs, safety procedures, and job aids
  
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
  
• 1–3 years of experience in a warehouse, inventory, or materials handling role

Education

• Highschool diploma or GED

Additional Requirements

• Previous experience in a regulated manufacturing or industrial environment is a plus

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.