Part-Time Shipping and Receiving Operator in Bartlett, Illinois at Oxerra Americas Inc

About Us:

Oxerra Americas, Inc. is part of the global Oxerra network, and we operate manufacturing facilities in Augusta, Georgia and Los Angeles, California. We have divisional offices in Bartlett, Illinois and The Woodlands, Texas, along with regional support throughout the United States.

Well-built distribution networks coupled with state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities enable us to deliver the best quality iron oxide pigments, ingredients and raw materials to our valuable customers in every location. Flexibility, cost-effectiveness and customer orientation have made us a world leader in iron oxide technology.

What role you will play on the team:

This part-time position will work 20-25 hours per week and will cover all aspects of shipping & receiving, including ensuring the timely receipt of inbound freight, the timely delivery of outbound freight, and scheduling incoming goods and materials. Activities include data entry of shipping/receiving and other administrative information, preparation and distribution of related reports, and file/record maintenance. Success involves being well-organized and understanding the order fulfillment cycle.

The role works closely with manufacturing, distribution, customer service, supply chain, and third-party logistics groups to ensure the achievement of shipping, receiving and inventory goals.

What you will do:

· Knowledge of shipping, receiving, and storage methods and principles, and the ability to organize warehouses based on this information.

· First point of contact for all visitors, contractors, and freight drivers, controlling access to the site and notifying Oxerra staff of visitors.

· Partner with supply chain and customer service teams to coordinate shipping activities, booking, and coordinating carrier/customer pickups.

· Verify incoming and outgoing shipping and receiving activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments - in compliance with shipping procedures.

· Prepare bills of lading, both domestic and international as well as other shipping and receiving documents.

· Accurately perform transactions within ERP system.

· Record shortages and report order discrepancies to the supervisor.

· Compile records of unfilled orders and work with Customer Service to resolve them.

· Preparation of export documentation and ensuring documents such as invoices, bills of lading and other shipping documents comply with federal, state, local and foreign regulations.

· Receipt of other goods and materials (Office/Maintenance/Operational Supplies)

· Assist workers in warehouse activities (staging orders, stocking material)

· Provide vacation/absence coverage for the Warehouse Supervisor

What skills and qualifications you will bring:

Required Education and Experience

· High school diploma/GED required.

· 2+ years warehouse experience

· Forklift certification preferred

· Must possess an understanding of OSHA safety rules for warehouse work.

· Strong problem solving, analytical, and conceptual thinking skills.

· Strong customer service skills

· Strong oral/written communication skills

· Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Physical Requirements

· Ability to lift to 50 pounds

· Frequent pushing, and pulling

· Frequent bending, twisting, reaching, and lifting

· Stand and walk for extended periods of time

· Work at heights, climb stairs and ladders

· Wear all required personal protective equipment

· Work in an area with non-hazardous and hazardous materials

· Work in areas that are dusty.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oxerra Americas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.