Shipping Receiving Technician Jobs (NOW HIRING)

It's not just about your career or job title...It's about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it's for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you're in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

You will be part of our Shipping and Receiving Materials Handling team, collaborating closely with buyers and production leaders to ensure the accurate and efficient movement of materials throughout the plant. You will also work with Quality, Inventory control and Manufacturing teams to meet production schedules, resolve Shipping and Receiving issues and support inventory accuracy.

How will you make the difference

As a materials handler you will be a key link in our supply chain, ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient handling of materials and components for the production/remanufacturing of railroad equipment. You will help us to keep a safe, clean and organized work environment using 5s approach, ensure accurate and timely receiving, storage and delivery of parts and materials. Support the production team by producing materials to the correct locations, collaborating with other departments to resolve inventory and shipping and receiving discrepancies.

Schedule: 7:00 am - 4:30 pm

4800 Deramus Ave, Kansas City, MO 64120 

What we want to know about you:

Minimum Qualifications and requirements: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.)

Required Qualifications

• Preferred: Highschool diploma or GED or associate degree or technical certificate in logistics, supply chain or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in materials handling, shipping and receiving or warehouse operations within manufacturing- railroad, aerospace or automotive industry experience strongly preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), experience with Oracle or other ERP systems required.
• Familiarity with shipping and receiving systems is a plus (FedEx, UPS, XPO, etc.)
• Forklift and pallet jack experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:        

• Ability to read and interpret shipping and receiving documents, bills and inventory reports.
• Strong attention to details, accuracy and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What will your typical day look like?

• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment.
• Receive, inspect and document incoming shipments.
• Perform accurate cycle counts and maintain inventory records.
• Pull, pack and stage materials and customer orders for shipment.
• Process shipping and receiving labels and documentation for FedEx, UPS, LTL, and freight carriers.
• Load and unload materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other materials handler equipment.
• Delivering materials to production areas in a timely manner.
• Perform necessary ERP transactions in Oracle.
• Support other materials-handling functions as needed to meet production and shipping deadlines.
• Provide production departments with material needed or requested in a timely and organized manner.
• Unloading customer material from Crates, pallets and other shipping containers.
• Follow safety procedures, ensure compliance with PPE requirements.
• Perform equipment inspections and follow our 2-minute warning as part of our safety procedures.
• Other tasks might be assigned as needed.

What about the physical demand of the job:

Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Employees are required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Employees are required to walk, stand, bend and lift throughout the day.
• This position requires the ability to stand for extended periods, including full shifts as part of the essential job and responsibilities.
• The position requires the employee to be on-site during the scheduled shift to perform daily duties and responsibilities.

Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.)

• Work is performed in non-temperature-controlled production facilities, with exposure to varying temperatures and other environmental factors.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The hourly rate for this role is currently $21.00. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it's not just about a job - it's about the impact you make. When our people come together, we're Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you're ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it's freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We're lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We're building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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