Shipping & Receiving (Manufacturing)

Robinson Fans, Inc. Lakeland, Florida, United States

About this position

Who We Are:
 
 
Robinson Fans, Inc. is a family-owned and operated business going back six generations.  Founded in 1892, Robinson Fans is a significant player in the industrial air-moving equipment space.  Headquartered in Zelienople, PA, since 1922, Robinson Fans has locations in Trussville, AL, Lakeland, FL, and Salt Lake City, UT.
 
 
At Robinson Fans, Inc., our employees are at the core of all we do.  We provide a fast-paced and supportive culture that provides our team members with the environment needed to succeed and career pathways for growth.
 
 
Position Summary:
 
 
We are seeking a highly dynamic Shipper/Receiver at our Lakeland, FL location who will provide excellent support to our production team.  The Shipper/Receiver performs a variety of shipping and receiving tasks.  This team member will verify that materials received are as ordered and will route incoming items to the appropriate departments/locations.  The Shipper/Receiver will prepare items for shipment, ensuring cost-effective services.  This person will also be responsible for local driving duties, so a valid driver’s license and a good driving record are required. The schedule for this position will be M-F 7:00am-3:30pm. 
 
 
Responsibilities:
 
  • Receive and unload incoming materials and compare information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment. 
  • Sort, count, measure, package, label, insure, unpack, and/or log inventory which is shipped or received.
  • Inspect shipments for damage or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisor and/or purchasing personnel.
  • Make certain all items are properly identified by marking boxes or materials, as necessary, with job number(s) and Heat numbers. 
  • Deliver items to requisitioning departments. 
  • Enter material receipts in Epicor. 
  • Turn in purchase orders and packing slips to the accounting office daily.
  • Prepare shipments for postal or commercial conveyance; select appropriate shipping container; pack items to ensure safe delivery. 
  • Check items to be shipped against work orders to ascertain that quantities, destination and routing are correct. 
  • Ensure all outgoing shipments are properly tagged and arranged for photographs, if required. 
 
Qualifications:
 
  • High School Graduate or GED.
  • At least 2-3 years of proven experience of shipping and receiving materials.
  • Must take initiative and be able to adapt to the ever-changing needs of the team.
  • Valid Driver’s license.
  • Must be able to obtain a DOT Medical Card.
  • Must be able to hear safety alarms, climb ladders, lift to 50 lbs., and wear safety boots.
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 
  • Agile and adaptable, work with precision to ensure delivery of top-notch customer experiences.
  • Ability to communicate and relate to people at all levels of the organization.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 
 
Benefits
 

Robinson offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit plan that includes the opportunity for quarterly production bonuses, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401k w/ strong company match, annual profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, including paid parental leave, paid vacation and ten paid holidays.
 
 
 
Robinson Fans, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, religion, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic or trait protected by federal, state, or local law.