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Muncie Power Products, Inc.

Shipping/Receiving

Muncie, IN · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

Keep work area clean * Assist in prioritizing incoming and outgoing shipments * Prepare UPS ... Shipping and receiving experience in a distribution environment preferred * Good mechanical ...

Purdue University

Building Services Assistant

Hammond, IN · On-site

$17 - $18.25/hr

Work overtime periodically to meet the business needs of the University Secondary Duties: * Assist General Services in the operation of Mail Services & Package Delivery, Shipping & Receiving * Assist ...

Texas Pipe Family of Companies

Receiving

Hammond, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Perform an array of functions that may include receiving and processing incoming stock and ... test RESPONSIBILITIES : * Assist warehouse unloading trucks and checking in and validating ...

Purdue University

Building Services Assistant

Hammond, IN · On-site

$17 - $18.25/hr

Work overtime periodically to meet the business needs of the University Secondary Duties: * Assist General Services in the operation of Mail Services & Package Delivery, Shipping & Receiving * Assist ...

TEXAS PIPE AND SUPPLY COMPANY

Receiving

Hammond, IN

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Perform an array of functions that may include receiving and processing incoming stock and ... test RESPONSIBILITIES : * Assist warehouse unloading trucks and checking in and validating ...

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Decatur, IN

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Jasper, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Greenwood, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Warsaw, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Avon, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Bloomington, IN · On-site

$13.25 - $16.20/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Jasper, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Evansville, IN · On-site

$13.25 - $16.20/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Decatur, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

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Rural King

Receiving Associate

Decatur, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Evansville, IN · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Warsaw, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Avon, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

Rural King

Receiving Associate

Bloomington, IN

$13.25 - $16.20/hr

Efficiently handle store-to-store transfers, shipping, and receiving, ensuring accurate recordkeeping. * Assist in the inventory management of the sales floors during high-demand periods.

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What is a receiving assistant?

Receiving Assistants are responsible for accepting, inspecting, and processing incoming shipments in warehouses, retail stores, or distribution centers. They check deliveries for accuracy, report any damages or discrepancies, and ensure that goods are properly stored or routed to their correct locations. Receiving Assistants also maintain records of received items and may assist with inventory management to keep stock levels accurate. Their work helps ensure the smooth flow of goods and materials throughout an organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a receiving assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Receiving Assistant, you need attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with inventory management, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanners, and basic computer software is commonly required. Outstanding teamwork, time management, and effective communication help you excel in this fast-paced environment. These skills ensure accurate inventory control, efficient workflow, and smooth coordination with other departments.

What are some common challenges faced by receiving assistants, and how can they be addressed?

Receiving Assistants often encounter challenges such as handling high volumes of shipments during peak periods, ensuring accuracy in inventory records, and maintaining safety while unloading deliveries. These challenges can be managed by staying organized, double-checking documentation, and following proper safety protocols. Teamwork and communication with warehouse staff and supervisors are also critical for resolving discrepancies and keeping operations running smoothly.

What is the difference between Receiving Assistant vs Warehouse Associate?

AspectReceiving AssistantWarehouse Associate
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; forklift certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; forklift certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentLoading docks, storage areas, retail or distribution centersStorage facilities, distribution centers, manufacturing plants
Employer & Industry UsageRetail stores, warehouses, logistics companiesWarehousing, manufacturing, logistics companies
Common Search & ComparisonReceiving Assistant vs Warehouse Associate

The Receiving Assistant and Warehouse Associate roles share similar environments and credentials, often working in warehouses or distribution centers. While both handle inventory and use similar equipment, Receiving Assistants primarily focus on unloading and inspecting incoming shipments, whereas Warehouse Associates handle broader warehouse tasks like stocking and order fulfillment. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right fit based on their skills and career goals.

What are the most commonly searched types of Receiving jobs in Indiana?

The most popular types of Receiving jobs in Indiana are:

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Cities in Indiana with the most Receiving Assistant job openings:

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Shipping/Receiving

Muncie, IN • On-site

Muncie Power Products, Inc.
Machinery Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
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$15 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Muncie Power Products rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

At Muncie Power, our products play a critical role in our society by powering the vehicles that develop key infrastructure, putting out dangerous fires, fixing the power lines that power our homes, and hauling away our garbage. 

Every team member at Muncie Power understands how important the success of our customers is to their communities. And that inherent value is carried throughout each team to ensure we’re providing the best for our customers.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a shipping & receiving clerk, you will check in and prepare merchandise to be placed into stock. You will also pull merchandise for prompt accurate shipping to customers/warehouses.


There is plenty of growth opportunities within the organization.

  • Prepare merchandise for shipment by packaging, preparing records of goods shipped, filling out bills-of-lading, and invoices, posting weights, verifies accuracy of shipments
  • Pull materials from stock using forklift and/or pallet
  • Notify freight company of outbound shipments
  • Load and unload trucks using forklift/pallet jack and place in proper storage locations
  • Maintain stock in an orderly and safe manner. 
  • Keep work area clean
  • Assist in prioritizing incoming and outgoing shipments 
  • Prepare UPS shipments
  • Assist in inventory control
  • Lift and move heavy objects
  • Operate forklift in accordance with OSHA requirements
  • Operate pallet jack, weight scale, box strapper, staple machine, hand held scanner and computer
  • Route incoming merchandise and materials to proper departments
  • Reject damaged goods and follow Company procedures for returns 
  • Observe all safety rules, company policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned

YOUR EXPERIENCES & SKILLS

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
  • Minimum of two (2) years' experience in a lean distribution/assembly environment (preferred)
  • This individual may be required to lift up to 75 lbs.
  • Shipping and receiving experience in a distribution environment preferred
  • Good mechanical aptitude
  • Must have legible handwriting
  • Self-motivated and work well with other employees
  • Flexible to effectively adapt to changing conditions and job assignment

 

BENEFITS

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, and zero card
  • Life, death, dismemberment, and dependent insurances
  • Prescription drug programs
  • Telehealth 
  • Short-term and long-term disability, and flexible leaves of absence
  • Employee assistance programs
  • 401k (match 50% on the first 6% of deferred compensation) and flexible spending plans
  • 3 weeks of paid time off 
  • 9 paid holidays
  • Wellness & Engagement

LOCATION: Yorktown, IN

DEPARTMENT: Manufacturing

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Warehouse

REPORTS TO: Kanban/Logistics Manager

SHIFT TYPE: Monday–Friday (5-8s)

WORKPLACE ARRANGEMENT: On-site


SUPERVISES: N/A 

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

 

This description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Muncie Power Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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