- SHIPPING/RECEIVING CLERK POSITION IN SAINT-ANNE-DE-BELLEVUE - DAY SHIFTDo you have experience in a factory/warehouse environment?Do you have shipping experience?Do you have a forklift license?Are you ready for a new challenge?If you are looking for a stable career and you answered yes to these questions, we have a great opportunity for you in the Saint-Anne-de-Bellevue area!We are currently looking for a candidate for a receiving/shipping position with expSHIPPING/RECEIVING CLERK POSITION IN SAINT-ANNE-DE-BELLEVUE - DAY SHIFTDo you have experience in a factory/warehouse environment?Do you have shipping experience?Do you have a forklift license?Are you ready for a new challenge?If you are looking for a stable career and you answered yes to these questions, we have a great opportunity for you in the Saint-Anne-de-Bellevue area!We are currently looking for a candidate for a receiving/shipping position with exp
- Are you looking for your next full-time opportunity? Our manufacturing client in Burlington is hiring for a Shipping/Receiving! The shipping/receiving will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of products and supplies for the company and it's customers.Do you have prior shipping/receiving experience? If so, keep reading..Position: Shipping/ReceivingWage: $24/hrDirect Permement Role Location: Burlington, Mainway / Walker's LineIndustry:Are you looking for your next full-time opportunity? Our manufacturing client in Burlington is hiring for a Shipping/Receiving! The shipping/receiving will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of products and supplies for the company and it's customers.Do you have prior shipping/receiving experience? If so, keep reading..Position: Shipping/ReceivingWage: $24/hrDirect Permement Role Location: Burlington, Mainway / Walker's LineIndustry:
- We have a forklift opportunity available in the Mississauga as a forklift operator. The ideal Forklift operator candidate will be a team player, hardworking and reliable. Location is Keaton, MississaugaTitle: Shipping/Receiving Co-ordinatorNarrow Aisle Reach / Counterbalance Forklift Shift: 7AM: 3:30 PM Pay rate: $24/hrIn-Person Interviews held with the client as this is a long term roleAdvantagesLong term opportunity Opportunity to learn Great TeamBus accWe have a forklift opportunity available in the Mississauga as a forklift operator. The ideal Forklift operator candidate will be a team player, hardworking and reliable. Location is Keaton, MississaugaTitle: Shipping/Receiving Co-ordinatorNarrow Aisle Reach / Counterbalance Forklift Shift: 7AM: 3:30 PM Pay rate: $24/hrIn-Person Interviews held with the client as this is a long term roleAdvantagesLong term opportunity Opportunity to learn Great TeamBus acc
- Randstad is hiring for a Shipper and Receiver in Mississauga!We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Shipper/Receiver to join our team. The primary responsibility of this role is to efficiently manage the receipt and storage of incoming materials, particularly our steel parts. The ideal candidate will ensure that all materials are accurately documented, safely stored, and readily accessible for production needs.Key Responsibilities:• Receive and InsRandstad is hiring for a Shipper and Receiver in Mississauga!We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Shipper/Receiver to join our team. The primary responsibility of this role is to efficiently manage the receipt and storage of incoming materials, particularly our steel parts. The ideal candidate will ensure that all materials are accurately documented, safely stored, and readily accessible for production needs.Key Responsibilities:• Receive and Ins
- Randstad is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Clerk in Laval to join our client's team. This role involves a combination of shipping, receiving, and inventory management responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment and possess strong organizational and communication skills.Position: Shipping and Receiving ClerkShift: Full-Time, Day ShiftSalary: 21.00$Location: LavalAdvaRandstad is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Clerk in Laval to join our client's team. This role involves a combination of shipping, receiving, and inventory management responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment and possess strong organizational and communication skills.Position: Shipping and Receiving ClerkShift: Full-Time, Day ShiftSalary: 21.00$Location: LavalAdva
- Randstad is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Clerk in Laval to join our client's team. This role involves a combination of shipping, receiving, and inventory management responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment and possess strong organizational and communication skills.Position: Shipping and Receiving ClerkShift: Full-Time, Day ShiftSalary: 21.00$Location: LavalAdvaRandstad is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Clerk in Laval to join our client's team. This role involves a combination of shipping, receiving, and inventory management responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment and possess strong organizational and communication skills.Position: Shipping and Receiving ClerkShift: Full-Time, Day ShiftSalary: 21.00$Location: LavalAdva
- Randstad is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Clerk in Laval to join our client's team. This role involves a combination of shipping, receiving, and inventory management responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment and possess strong organizational and communication skills.Position: Shipping and Receiving ClerkShift: Full-Time, Day ShiftSalary: 21.00$Location: LavalAdvaRandstad is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Clerk in Laval to join our client's team. This role involves a combination of shipping, receiving, and inventory management responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment and possess strong organizational and communication skills.Position: Shipping and Receiving ClerkShift: Full-Time, Day ShiftSalary: 21.00$Location: LavalAdva
- Join our client's dynamic team as a Shipping and Receiving Clerk at our Toronto location! You'll play a vital role in ensuring smooth and efficient logistics by managing shipments and receipts across all departments. Proficiency in SAP is a plus, as you'll handle goods receipt and issuance seamlessly. We're looking for someone who thrives on clear and open communication with teammates. If you're ready to be at the heart of our operations, we’d love to haveJoin our client's dynamic team as a Shipping and Receiving Clerk at our Toronto location! You'll play a vital role in ensuring smooth and efficient logistics by managing shipments and receipts across all departments. Proficiency in SAP is a plus, as you'll handle goods receipt and issuance seamlessly. We're looking for someone who thrives on clear and open communication with teammates. If you're ready to be at the heart of our operations, we’d love to have
- Our client is a leading National Steel Stud Manufacturer with a strong presence across Canada. As a registered member fabricator of the Canadian Sheet Steel Building Institute (CSSBI), they provide fully engineered and tested systems, design assistance, and cost-saving options. With over 1,000 successfully completed projects in various building types, they are dedicated to quality and excellence.We are looking for a Shipping/Receiving Team Lead who is profOur client is a leading National Steel Stud Manufacturer with a strong presence across Canada. As a registered member fabricator of the Canadian Sheet Steel Building Institute (CSSBI), they provide fully engineered and tested systems, design assistance, and cost-saving options. With over 1,000 successfully completed projects in various building types, they are dedicated to quality and excellence.We are looking for a Shipping/Receiving Team Lead who is prof
- Are you a Logistics Coordinator in the Peel Region looking for a new opportunity in a growing environment? We are seeking a Logistics Coordinator with 3-5 years of experience in the field, who is detail oriented with strong inventory management skills and proactive a personality! If this sounds like you, then apply today! Advantages- Competitive salary and benefits including health, dental and medical - Competitive vacation offered - Permanent Full-time hoAre you a Logistics Coordinator in the Peel Region looking for a new opportunity in a growing environment? We are seeking a Logistics Coordinator with 3-5 years of experience in the field, who is detail oriented with strong inventory management skills and proactive a personality! If this sounds like you, then apply today! Advantages- Competitive salary and benefits including health, dental and medical - Competitive vacation offered - Permanent Full-time ho
- Our client is currently looking to add a logistics and shipping clerk for their their ever growing global company..If you have a background in administration or a passion for working with a close team then this is the position for you. They may have various tasks that will be given as part of this role. AdvantagesMonday-Friday 8:30AM-4:30PMSalary $40,000-$50,000 (Based on experience)Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)Healtcare spending accountPensOur client is currently looking to add a logistics and shipping clerk for their their ever growing global company..If you have a background in administration or a passion for working with a close team then this is the position for you. They may have various tasks that will be given as part of this role. AdvantagesMonday-Friday 8:30AM-4:30PMSalary $40,000-$50,000 (Based on experience)Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)Healtcare spending accountPens
- Randstad is seeking Warehouse Associates for our client, TJX, located in their Brampton distribution center. We offer various roles catering to different experience levels and physical capabilities. Positions are ongoing contract opportunities with weekly pay and the potential for permanent employment with TJX.Position: Warehouse AssociateShift: A Shift: Mon-Thurs 5am-3pm; C Shift: Mon-Thurs 4pm-2am; B Shift: Fri-Sun 6:15am-6:45pmSalary: Base Pay is $17.50Randstad is seeking Warehouse Associates for our client, TJX, located in their Brampton distribution center. We offer various roles catering to different experience levels and physical capabilities. Positions are ongoing contract opportunities with weekly pay and the potential for permanent employment with TJX.Position: Warehouse AssociateShift: A Shift: Mon-Thurs 5am-3pm; C Shift: Mon-Thurs 4pm-2am; B Shift: Fri-Sun 6:15am-6:45pmSalary: Base Pay is $17.50
- Randstad is seeking a skilled and reliable Forklift Operator to join our client's team in Mississauga. This is a long-term opportunity with excellent growth potential within a positive team environment. The ideal candidate will be a team player, hardworking, and possess a strong work ethic.Position: Forklift OperatorShift: 330pm-12midnightSalary: $21- $22/hourLocation: MississaugaAdvantagesThis position offers a long-term opportunity with excellent learninRandstad is seeking a skilled and reliable Forklift Operator to join our client's team in Mississauga. This is a long-term opportunity with excellent growth potential within a positive team environment. The ideal candidate will be a team player, hardworking, and possess a strong work ethic.Position: Forklift OperatorShift: 330pm-12midnightSalary: $21- $22/hourLocation: MississaugaAdvantagesThis position offers a long-term opportunity with excellent learnin
- Randstad is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator with shipper/receiver experience for a busy appliance distribution warehouse in SE Calgary. This temporary-to-permanent role offers a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. If you're ready for a hands-on role with long-term potential, apply today!Position: Clamp Forklift Operator (Shipper/Receiver)Shift: Day and AfternoonSalary: $20 per hourLocation: SE CalgaryAdvantagesCompetitive pay of $20.00 an hour, weekRandstad is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator with shipper/receiver experience for a busy appliance distribution warehouse in SE Calgary. This temporary-to-permanent role offers a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. If you're ready for a hands-on role with long-term potential, apply today!Position: Clamp Forklift Operator (Shipper/Receiver)Shift: Day and AfternoonSalary: $20 per hourLocation: SE CalgaryAdvantagesCompetitive pay of $20.00 an hour, week
- Join our team as a skilled Forklift Operator in Richmond, BC! This is a full-time, position offering a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunity for a direct permanent hire. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.Position: Forklift Operator - Reach Truck and CounterbalanceShift: Monday to Friday (rotating shifts: 8 AM - 4:30 PM, 10 AM - 6:30 PM, 12 PM - 8:30 PM)Salary: $22/hourLocation: RichmonJoin our team as a skilled Forklift Operator in Richmond, BC! This is a full-time, position offering a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunity for a direct permanent hire. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.Position: Forklift Operator - Reach Truck and CounterbalanceShift: Monday to Friday (rotating shifts: 8 AM - 4:30 PM, 10 AM - 6:30 PM, 12 PM - 8:30 PM)Salary: $22/hourLocation: Richmon
- Calling all who are looking for an amazing opportunity to grow your career, I have an amazing position in Ancaster - that is a permanent direct hire opportunity. If you enjoy having your hands in multiple different areas within the company and learning new tasks and responsibilities to enhance your role, then please continue to read as this is a great career move for you! This is a Part time role, with a flexible schedule. Advantages- Part time 10-15 hourCalling all who are looking for an amazing opportunity to grow your career, I have an amazing position in Ancaster - that is a permanent direct hire opportunity. If you enjoy having your hands in multiple different areas within the company and learning new tasks and responsibilities to enhance your role, then please continue to read as this is a great career move for you! This is a Part time role, with a flexible schedule. Advantages- Part time 10-15 hour
- Are you looking for your next long term opportunity? Please carefully review the details shared below and submit your resume if your previous working experience aligns with the expected criteria.If you have previous manufacturing experience, value working in a fast paced, team driven environment, possess good communication skills and good attendance, reach out with your resume today. Position: CompounderWage: $24/hrTemp to PermLocation: BurlingtonIndustryAre you looking for your next long term opportunity? Please carefully review the details shared below and submit your resume if your previous working experience aligns with the expected criteria.If you have previous manufacturing experience, value working in a fast paced, team driven environment, possess good communication skills and good attendance, reach out with your resume today. Position: CompounderWage: $24/hrTemp to PermLocation: BurlingtonIndustry
- Randstad is hiring Logistics Coordinator talent for a leading heating and cooling distribution company in Calgary. The role comes with competitive pay of $ 23 an hour with great potential to be hired full-time. You’ll be working in a facility that distributes HVAC and heating/ cooling materials. You will also be involved in liaising the shipment, documentation, order management, inventory, and customer service. The roles requires to have SAP experienceRandstad is hiring Logistics Coordinator talent for a leading heating and cooling distribution company in Calgary. The role comes with competitive pay of $ 23 an hour with great potential to be hired full-time. You’ll be working in a facility that distributes HVAC and heating/ cooling materials. You will also be involved in liaising the shipment, documentation, order management, inventory, and customer service. The roles requires to have SAP experience
- Are you looking for your next long term opportunity? Please carefully review the details shared below and submit your resume if your previous working experience aligns with the expected criteria.If you have previous manufacturing experience, value working in a fast paced, team driven environment, possess good communication skills and good attendance, reach out with your resume today. Position: CompounderWage: $24.50/hrTemp to PermLocation: BurlingtonIndusAre you looking for your next long term opportunity? Please carefully review the details shared below and submit your resume if your previous working experience aligns with the expected criteria.If you have previous manufacturing experience, value working in a fast paced, team driven environment, possess good communication skills and good attendance, reach out with your resume today. Position: CompounderWage: $24.50/hrTemp to PermLocation: BurlingtonIndus
- Randstad is actively seeking highly motivated and experienced Reach Truck Operators to join a dynamic team in Rocky View, AB. This is an ongoing temporary position offering competitive pay and benefits, and we are looking to fill this role quickly!Position: Reach Truck OperatorShift: Day shift Salary: $23/hourLocation: Rocky View, ABAdvantagesEnjoy a competitive hourly rate of $23, paid weekly. Optional benefits are available from your first paycheck. We oRandstad is actively seeking highly motivated and experienced Reach Truck Operators to join a dynamic team in Rocky View, AB. This is an ongoing temporary position offering competitive pay and benefits, and we are looking to fill this role quickly!Position: Reach Truck OperatorShift: Day shift Salary: $23/hourLocation: Rocky View, ABAdvantagesEnjoy a competitive hourly rate of $23, paid weekly. Optional benefits are available from your first paycheck. We o
- Randstad is hiring Distribution Logistics Coordinator talent for a leading heating and cooling distribution company in Calgary. The role comes with competitive pay of $ 23 an hour with great potential to be hired full-time. You’ll be working in a facility that distributes HVAC and heating/ cooling materials. You will also be involved in liaising the shipment, documentation, order management, inventory, and customer service. The roles requires to have SRandstad is hiring Distribution Logistics Coordinator talent for a leading heating and cooling distribution company in Calgary. The role comes with competitive pay of $ 23 an hour with great potential to be hired full-time. You’ll be working in a facility that distributes HVAC and heating/ cooling materials. You will also be involved in liaising the shipment, documentation, order management, inventory, and customer service. The roles requires to have S
- A leading company and source for Bearings, Linear Motion and Power Transmission Products is looking for two counterbalance forklift operators in their Mississauga location.Location: Meadowpine Blvd Mississauga, ONShift- Mon- FridayShift times- 8am-430pmRate: $20/hr*This is a temp to perm position*Advantages- bus accessible- temp to perm opportunity- great company- opportunity for growth- promotion withinResponsibilitiesDuties:- operate the counterbalance,A leading company and source for Bearings, Linear Motion and Power Transmission Products is looking for two counterbalance forklift operators in their Mississauga location.Location: Meadowpine Blvd Mississauga, ONShift- Mon- FridayShift times- 8am-430pmRate: $20/hr*This is a temp to perm position*Advantages- bus accessible- temp to perm opportunity- great company- opportunity for growth- promotion withinResponsibilitiesDuties:- operate the counterbalance,
- Randstad is currently hiring Warehouse Associates for a busy distribution center in Mississauga, Ontario. These are ongoing contract positions with weekly pay and the potential for permanent employment with TJX. We have both light and heavy roles available.Position: Warehouse AssociateShift:A Shift: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 3:00 PMB Shift: Friday - Sunday, 6:15 AM - 6:45 PMC Shift: Monday - Thursday, 4:00 PM - 2:00 AMSalary: Base Pay is $17.50Shift C PRandstad is currently hiring Warehouse Associates for a busy distribution center in Mississauga, Ontario. These are ongoing contract positions with weekly pay and the potential for permanent employment with TJX. We have both light and heavy roles available.Position: Warehouse AssociateShift:A Shift: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 3:00 PMB Shift: Friday - Sunday, 6:15 AM - 6:45 PMC Shift: Monday - Thursday, 4:00 PM - 2:00 AMSalary: Base Pay is $17.50Shift C P
- Are you an experienced Shipper/Receiver seeking immediate daytime work in Saskatoon?! Apply now for this temporary to permanent position with a busy manufacturing distributor in the North East part of Saskatoon.The ideal candidate will have 2-3+ experience with shipping, receiving and/or order picking. Responsibilities also include dealing with customers, must have good communication skills.Advantages-Monday to Friday-8am-4:30pm-$22.50/hour-Direct depositAre you an experienced Shipper/Receiver seeking immediate daytime work in Saskatoon?! Apply now for this temporary to permanent position with a busy manufacturing distributor in the North East part of Saskatoon.The ideal candidate will have 2-3+ experience with shipping, receiving and/or order picking. Responsibilities also include dealing with customers, must have good communication skills.Advantages-Monday to Friday-8am-4:30pm-$22.50/hour-Direct deposit
- Welcome to Cascades! At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first: Salary range for CR Equipment Operator Starting at $22.68Schedule M-F with possible mandatory SaturdaysProfit sharing planTelemedicine, Group insurance and pension plan with company contributions Employee assistance program (because we care about the physical and mental health of our people)Annual flexible reimbursementWelcome to Cascades! At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first: Salary range for CR Equipment Operator Starting at $22.68Schedule M-F with possible mandatory SaturdaysProfit sharing planTelemedicine, Group insurance and pension plan with company contributions Employee assistance program (because we care about the physical and mental health of our people)Annual flexible reimbursement
- We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Shipper Receiver to join our fast-paced distribution team in Calgary. In this important role, you’ll help ensure the smooth flow of goods within the warehouse by operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts for shipping, receiving, and storage tasks. Your attention to detail and focus on efficiency will play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly.What We Offer:Schedule: Monday to Friday, starting atWe’re looking for a skilled and reliable Shipper Receiver to join our fast-paced distribution team in Calgary. In this important role, you’ll help ensure the smooth flow of goods within the warehouse by operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts for shipping, receiving, and storage tasks. Your attention to detail and focus on efficiency will play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly.What We Offer:Schedule: Monday to Friday, starting at
- We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Forklift Operator to support both office and warehouse operations. This hybrid role involves managing material receipts, customer shipments, documentation, and packaging development, with a 60% focus on office work and 40% on warehouse tasks. The ideal candidate has forklift experience, is proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel), and excels in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.This role supports tWe are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Forklift Operator to support both office and warehouse operations. This hybrid role involves managing material receipts, customer shipments, documentation, and packaging development, with a 60% focus on office work and 40% on warehouse tasks. The ideal candidate has forklift experience, is proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel), and excels in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.This role supports t
- We’re seeking an experienced and driven Logistics Team Lead to manage daily operations in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment. If you're a natural leader with a passion for people, process improvement, and performance metrics — this is your opportunity to shine!What We're Looking For:Proven experience in a leadership role within a logistics, warehouse, industrial, or distribution environmentAbility to motivate teams and drive them toward achWe’re seeking an experienced and driven Logistics Team Lead to manage daily operations in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment. If you're a natural leader with a passion for people, process improvement, and performance metrics — this is your opportunity to shine!What We're Looking For:Proven experience in a leadership role within a logistics, warehouse, industrial, or distribution environmentAbility to motivate teams and drive them toward ach
- Randstad is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator with shipper/receiver experience for a busy appliance distribution warehouse in SE Calgary. This temporary-to-permanent role offers a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. If you're ready for a hands-on role with long-term potential, apply today!Position: Clamp Forklift Operator (Shipper/Receiver)Shift: Day and AfternoonSalary: $20 per hourLocation: SE CalgaryAdvantagesCompetitive pay of $20.00 an hour, weekRandstad is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator with shipper/receiver experience for a busy appliance distribution warehouse in SE Calgary. This temporary-to-permanent role offers a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. If you're ready for a hands-on role with long-term potential, apply today!Position: Clamp Forklift Operator (Shipper/Receiver)Shift: Day and AfternoonSalary: $20 per hourLocation: SE CalgaryAdvantagesCompetitive pay of $20.00 an hour, week
- Welcome to Cascades! At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first: Starting pay $19.60 after trial period pay will increase to $20.60SHIFT: 12hr swing rotational shiftsEvery 4 weeks (7am to 7pm and 7pm to 7am)(Alternate between Days & Nights every 4 weeks, 2 weekends a month) Profit sharing planTelemedecine, Group insurance and pension plan with company contributions Employee assistanceWelcome to Cascades! At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first: Starting pay $19.60 after trial period pay will increase to $20.60SHIFT: 12hr swing rotational shiftsEvery 4 weeks (7am to 7pm and 7pm to 7am)(Alternate between Days & Nights every 4 weeks, 2 weekends a month) Profit sharing planTelemedecine, Group insurance and pension plan with company contributions Employee assistance
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Shipping and receiving professionals play a key role in ensuring organizations can get their products to their customers in a timely fashion. They ensure products are shipped safely, effectively, and on time.
As part of your role, you will ship and receive products and required supplies for business operations. You will track shipments, product locations, pick orders, and ensure all products are accounted for while maintaining a safe work environment. You will work with warehouse management, vendors, drivers, office staff and provide exceptional customer service to clients. Success in this role can lead to many other roles in the supply chain and logistics industry.
what shipping & receiving jobs entail
Shipping and receiving professionals typically work in a warehouse or retail outlet. You may work in a standalone warehouse or a shipping and receiving dock for a retail store. Expect to work in shifts, which can be days, evenings or nights. Overtime is also common, and you may be required to work additional hours during busy periods such as the holidays. You can expect to report to a shift supervisor or warehouse manager.
average shipping and receiving salaries
Shipping and receiving jobs in Canada have an average salary of $16 per hour or about $34,000 annually. Most shipping/receiving positions have a starting salary of about $12.50 per hour, but pay starts at a higher rate if you have experience or specialized skills, such as inventory management.
With experience, you can make more than $20 per hour. You can increase your annual salary by working additional hours and overtime. Bonuses, profit sharing, and employee benefits may also be part of your compensation package.
your day to day tasks
As a shipper/receiver, your main objective is to ensure all products are accounted for as they make their way in and out of the company warehouse. Your day-to-day tasks may include:
- loading, unloading, sorting, picking, and moving product shipments
- preparing products for shipment
- examining shipments to ensure they are accurate aren't damaged
- preparing work orders, shipping invoices, and other documentation
- conducting inventory spot checks
- tracking down missing or incorrect orders
- working with vendors to complete orders
- ordering warehouse supplies
where you can work
Shippers and receivers are used typically by companies in retail, manufacturing, and production. Any organization that has a warehouse and ships and receives goods requires professionals in this area. Therefore, you will find there are ample opportunities for shipping and receiving positions in cities across the country, particularly in areas with a large retail or manufacturing presence. Depending on the type of work available, you could work in a warehouse, retail store, distribution center, or production facility.
what you bring to the table
Shipping and receiving professionals need to have a strong grasp of warehouse and retail environments. A strong understanding of technology and inventory tracking as related to shipping and receiving is an asset. Here are some of the key skills that will be required for shipping/receiving positions:
- inventory management
- forklift operations
- inventory controltrong attention to detail
- strong attention to detail
- strong communications skills – verbally and written
- strong customer service skills
- picking and packing
- critical thinking and problem solving
- strong time management and organizational skills
- manual dexterity and the ability to lift 50lbs or more
training and certifications
Most shipping/receiving positions require a high school diploma or some college/vocational training. If you plan to move into a management role or want to fast-track your career in supply chain and logistics, then a diploma in logistics or related field is an asset. A driver’s license and forklift operations license may be a requirement for some roles. Additional training in workplace health and safety is an asset. With shipping and receiving continually relying more on technology, experience with information systems, inventory management software and having strong technology skills is increasingly important.
where your career is headed
There is plenty of room for career growth for shippers and receivers. As an entry level position in the supply chain and logistics field, many shipping/receiving professionals move up to other related positions such as warehouse supervisor, warehouse manager, logistics coordinator, forklift operator, and eventually to positions such as operations supervisor, shipping and receiving supervisor, or logistics specialist. There is ample opportunity for career growth in this field.
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what shipping & receiving jobs entail
Shipping and receiving professionals typically work in a warehouse or retail outlet. You may work in a standalone warehouse or a shipping and receiving dock for a retail store. Expect to work in shifts, which can be days, evenings or nights. Overtime is also common, and you may be required to work additional hours during busy periods such as the holidays. You can expect to report to a shift supervisor or warehouse manager.