- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an experienced warehouse associate seeking immediate work in Winnipeg?Randstad is seeking a temporary warehouse worker to pick, stage, pack, put away items, and record the movement of inventory for our client in East Winnipeg. This is a day shift that is transit accessible in the Terracon Business Park.This warehouse deals in HVAC equipment and parts and is heading into it's peak season. Forklift experience is an asset but not required. The ideal cAre you an experienced warehouse associate seeking immediate work in Winnipeg?Randstad is seeking a temporary warehouse worker to pick, stage, pack, put away items, and record the movement of inventory for our client in East Winnipeg. This is a day shift that is transit accessible in the Terracon Business Park.This warehouse deals in HVAC equipment and parts and is heading into it's peak season. Forklift experience is an asset but not required. The ideal c
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00Are you an organized logistics professional looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, highly regulated industry? We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Associate to join our dynamic facility in Stayner. In this role, you will serve as the backbone of our supply chain—ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of products while growing your career in an innovative, safety-first environment.Shift Timings day -- 7:30am to 4:00
- Welcome to Cascades Are you an experienced warehouse professional who is confident operating a forklift and keeping shipments moving safely and efficiently? Bring your hands-on loading and unloading experience to a shipping and receiving role where organization, reliability, and teamwork make a difference every day. Join us as a Shipping & Receiving Associate at our Clarion location and help bring materials to life in a workplace where health and safety alWelcome to Cascades Are you an experienced warehouse professional who is confident operating a forklift and keeping shipments moving safely and efficiently? Bring your hands-on loading and unloading experience to a shipping and receiving role where organization, reliability, and teamwork make a difference every day. Join us as a Shipping & Receiving Associate at our Clarion location and help bring materials to life in a workplace where health and safety al
- We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Shipper / Material Handler for a manufacturing facility in Gravenhurst. Position: Shipper / Material HandlerLocation: Gravenhurst, ONPay Rate: $23.00 / hourShift: Monday to Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Day Shift)Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term OpportunityIn this role, you will be responsible for moving raw materials and finished products throughout the facility, operating forklift equipment, and ensuring outboundWe are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Shipper / Material Handler for a manufacturing facility in Gravenhurst. Position: Shipper / Material HandlerLocation: Gravenhurst, ONPay Rate: $23.00 / hourShift: Monday to Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Day Shift)Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term OpportunityIn this role, you will be responsible for moving raw materials and finished products throughout the facility, operating forklift equipment, and ensuring outbound
- # Inventory Specialist – Permanent Opportunity**Location:** Mississauga, ON (Bus Accessible)**Shift:** Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM**Pay Rate:** $26.00 – $27.00 / hour**Employment Type:** Full-Time, Permanent**Environment:** Fast-Paced Manufacturing Facility---**Position Overview**We are recruiting a high-energy, detail-oriented **Inventory Specialist** for a full-time, permanent opportunity with a rapidly growing manufacturing leader in Mississauga.# Inventory Specialist – Permanent Opportunity**Location:** Mississauga, ON (Bus Accessible)**Shift:** Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM**Pay Rate:** $26.00 – $27.00 / hour**Employment Type:** Full-Time, Permanent**Environment:** Fast-Paced Manufacturing Facility---**Position Overview**We are recruiting a high-energy, detail-oriented **Inventory Specialist** for a full-time, permanent opportunity with a rapidly growing manufacturing leader in Mississauga.
- We are recruiting a dedicated Shipper Receiver & Inventory Control Coordinator on behalf of our client based in Mississauga, ON. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining warehouse efficiency, verifying incoming and outgoing goods, and maintaining precise inventory records using manual counting methods (no RF scanners used). Working standard day-shift hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (including a 1-hour unpaid lunch break), you will ensure saWe are recruiting a dedicated Shipper Receiver & Inventory Control Coordinator on behalf of our client based in Mississauga, ON. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining warehouse efficiency, verifying incoming and outgoing goods, and maintaining precise inventory records using manual counting methods (no RF scanners used). Working standard day-shift hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (including a 1-hour unpaid lunch break), you will ensure sa
- We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Shipper / Material Handler for a manufacturing facility in Gravenhurst. Position: Shipper / Material HandlerLocation: Gravenhurst, ONPay Rate: $23.00 / hourShift: Monday to Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Day Shift)Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term OpportunityIn this role, you will be responsible for moving raw materials and finished products throughout the facility, operating forklift equipment, and ensuring outboundWe are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Shipper / Material Handler for a manufacturing facility in Gravenhurst. Position: Shipper / Material HandlerLocation: Gravenhurst, ONPay Rate: $23.00 / hourShift: Monday to Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Day Shift)Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term OpportunityIn this role, you will be responsible for moving raw materials and finished products throughout the facility, operating forklift equipment, and ensuring outbound
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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.
shipping/receiving jobs in your city
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.