Group O

Shipping & Receiving Associate

Group O  •  $16/hr  •  Onsite  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Shipping & Receiving Associate

Department: Production/Warehouse

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Fort Worth 2101

Reporting To: Alejandra Bacilio Ramirez

Compensation: $16.00 / hour

The Shipping and Receiving Associate is responsible for the efficient handling of incoming and outgoing shipments within Group O. They receive, inspect, and process incoming goods, ensuring accuracy and quality control. Additionally, they prepare outgoing shipments, including packaging, labeling, and coordinating with carriers for timely delivery. The role requires diligence, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a demanding environment.

Overall, the ideal candidate combines technical skills, interpersonal qualities, and a strong work ethic to contribute to the smooth and efficient flow of goods within Group O.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Functions:
  • Receive and unload incoming shipments, verify, and inspect contents against purchase orders, and inspect for damages or discrepancies.
  • Pick and process outgoing shipments, including packaging, labeling, and scheduling pickups with carriers which include creating and submitting advanced shipping notices (ASNs), and posting outbound shipping transactions in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
  • Maintain accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments, including tracking information and inventory levels.
  • Coordinate with other departments to fulfill orders and resolve any shipping-related issues.
  • Ensure compliance with shipping and receiving policies and procedures, as well as health and safety regulations.
  • Keep work area clean and organized, including storage areas and shipping/receiving docks.
  • Operate forklifts and other equipment safely and efficiently, following all manufacturer guidelines and safety protocols.
  • Assist with inventory management tasks, including cycle counts and stock replenishment.
  • Communicate effectively with suppliers, carriers, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
  • Participate in training programs and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance job skills and knowledge.

Job Qualifications

Education/Certifications:
  • High school diploma
  • Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.
Skills and Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with shipping software and systems
  • Ability to work extended and varying schedules as needed, including overtime.
  • Strong diligence and ability to accurately record and track inventory.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a demanding environment.
  • Basic math skills and ability to perform calculations related to inventory and shipping metrics and a basic user ability with Microsoft Excel.
Experience:
  • Six + months in a receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping warehouse environment.
Preferred Experience:
  • At least one year of Material handling / forklift experience
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to lift items up to fifty pounds including standing, stooping, and bending for extended periods.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Match
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 10.5 Paid Holidays
  • Career Development Opportunities
Group O

About Group O

Group O is an end-to-end business process outsourcing provider specializing in innovative, technologically driven incentive marketing, supply chain, device management & testing, and packaging solutions.

The Marketing Division specializes in loyalty and reward program management utilizing O-vations™ Loyalty and Reward platform, Omni-channel customer care and sales centers, as well as program analytics and supportive creative services.

The Supply Chain division is committed to giving clients a competitive edge through comprehensive solutions. Services include kitting and sub-assembly, forward and reverse logistics, device management, spend management and order and inventory management solutions.

The Packaging Division is dedicated to keeping client packaging operations running efficiently by procuring and distributing packaging materials, maintaining equipment, and optimizing packaging materials utilizing Smart Audit™ Analysis.

Headquartered in Milan, IL, Group O is one of the largest Hispanic-owned companies in the United States with more than 1,200 employees.

To learn more, visit www.GroupO.com.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Milan, IL
Year Founded
1974
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