Shipping and Receiving Lead Person

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If you are looking to gain additional leadership experience in a manufacturing environment consider becoming UHauls newest Shipping & Receiving Lead Person. In this rewarding position you will be an essential part of leading a team of employees responsible for the movement of truck and trailer parts for the largest doityourself moving company in the world. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits for our Team Members.

Position Summary:

The Shipping and Receiving Lead is responsible for overseeing all shipping and receiving operations ensuring accurate efficient and timely movement of goods in and out of the facility. This role requires strong leadership attention to detail and proficiency in forklift operation to support safe and efficient warehouse workflows. Additionally the role requires proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems preferably SAP to assist in managing inventory reporting and other operational tasks. The Shipping and Receiving Lead will assist in coordinating with carriers managing inventory and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in coordinating daily shipping and receiving activities.
• Ensure proper packaging labeling and documentation of all outgoing shipments.
• Verify and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy damage and completeness as necessary within the escalation process.
• Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments in the inventory system.
• Assist with carriers and freight companies for pickups and deliveries as needed.
• Operate forklifts pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor inventory levels and report discrepancies to inventory control or warehouse management.
• Ensure work areas are clean organized and compliant with safety regulations.
• Utilize MS Office (Excel Word Outlook) for reporting and communication.
• Leverage ERP systems (preferably SAP) to track inventory manage orders and support logistics operations.
• Set an example for others with personal work ethics positive attitude and good attendance.
• Follow the Supervisors lead to orient and train new employees.
• Work with the Supervisor to assign and coordinate employees daily work assignments and hours including assessing additional work time as needed to ensure the daily completion of scheduled work.
• Monitor schedule breaks and lunches of personnel to minimize down time.
• Monitor shipping schedules and alert the Supervisor of potential problems or bottlenecks.
• Work with the Supervisor to anticipate workload requirements and stage product and resources accordingly. Report on all material needs discrepancies or changes to the Supervisor.
• Handle additional tasks necessary within the plant to fulfill the needs of the company and the customer as deemed by the management.
• Encourage all employees to attain maximum productivity through leadership and observation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of warehouse or logistics experience with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of shipping and receiving procedures and documentation.
• Experience with inventory management systems preferably SAP
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel Word Outlook) for reporting and communication.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient in forklift operation with ability to safely operate sitdown and standup forklifts.
• Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain one.
• Experience with ERP systems or WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) preferred.
• Strong problemsolving skills and attention to detail. Regular attendance is essential.
• Must have a high degree of mechanical aptitude.
• Must have the ability to write speak and read in English.

UHaul offers our Team Members:

• Full medical coverage
• Prescription plans
• Dental and vision plans
• Registered Dietitian Program
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Weight Watchers
• Virtual doctor visits
• Career stability
• Opportunities for advancement
• Valuable onthejob training
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Free online courses for personal and professional development at UHaul University
• Business Travel insurance
• You Matter Employee Assistance Program
• Paid holidays vacation and sick days
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Life insurance
• Critical illness/group accident coverage
• 24hour physician available for kids
• MetLaw Legal Program
• MetLife auto and home insurance
• Mindset App Program
• Discounts on cell phone plans hotels and more
• LifeLock identity theft protection
• Savvy consumerwellness programs from healthcare tips to financial wellness
• Dave Ramseys Smart Dollar Program
• UHaul Federal Credit Union membership

Work Environment:

The work involves moderate risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions e.g. working around moving parts machines fumes or irritating chemicals. May be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks goggles gloves or shields.

Physical Demands:

The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods both indoors and outdoors of remaining stationery traversing spaces repositioning to reach and use tools and moving a minimum of 50 lbs. assisted or unassisted.

UHaul is an equal opportunity employer. All applications for employment will be considered without regard to race color religion sex orientation gender identity national origin physical or mental disability veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal provincial state or local law. Individual accommodation is available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a needtoknow basis.

UHaul Holding Company and its family of companies including UHaul International Inc. (UHaul) continually strives to create a culture of health and wellness. Consistent with applicable state law UHaul will not hire or rehire individuals who use nicotine products. The states in which UHaul will decline to hire nicotine users are: Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Iowa Kansas Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Nebraska Pennsylvania Texas Utah Vermont Virginia and Washington. UHaul has observed this hiring practice since February 1 2020 as part of our commitment to a healthy work environment for our team.

UHaul is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin physical or mental disability veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal provincial state or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.