Receiving Lead – Corsicana, TX (Day Shift) in Corsicana, Texas at MPP Management Inc

With 85 years of experience, MPP Group of Companies is a family-owned and operated business that has grown into a very progressive twenty-first-century firm, with the highest capabilities in production quality, product consistency, environmental compliance, and customer service. MPP Group and Companies are significant players in metal protection plating with locations in DuQuoin, IL, Kansas City, MO, and Corsicana, TX. Founded in 1956, MPP takes pride in its customer service and communication programs, which are among the best in the industry.

We strive to attract talent who share our vision and values. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Receiving Lead (Corsicana, TX) to join our team.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Receiving Lead is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily receiving operations of the facility. This position ensures incoming materials, customer products, and supplies are accurately received, inspected, documented, and distributed to the appropriate areas. The Receiving Lead will operate forklifts, maintain inventory records, utilize computer systems and Microsoft Office applications, and assist in ensuring efficient warehouse and production support operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily receiving activities.
• Receive, inspect, verify, and document incoming shipments for accuracy and quality.
• Unload trucks and transport materials using forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Ensure materials are properly labeled, stored, and distributed to designated locations.
• Maintain accurate receiving records and inventory transactions within company systems.
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, to track and communicate receiving information.
• Conduct cycle counts and assist with physical inventories as needed.
• Communicate with vendors, carriers, production personnel, and management regarding shipment discrepancies or inventory concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe receiving area.
• Train and assist receiving personnel on procedures and safety practices.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Assist in other warehouse and operational areas as needed.

Beneficial to Have

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with inventory management systems

Competencies

• Leadership and Teamwork
• Communication Proficiency
• Dependability and Initiative
• Attention to Detail
• Technical Capacity and Job Knowledge
• Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving
• Time Management Skills
• Safety & Security
• Attendance & Punctuality

Required Education/Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous receiving, warehouse, shipping, or inventory experience required.
• Forklift certification or demonstrated forklift operating experience required.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word).
• Ability to read shipping documents, packing slips, and inventory reports.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• An equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training will be considered.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• FSA & HSA
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• 401K
• ESOP

Supervisory Responsibility

This position provides daily direction and coordination of receiving activities and may assist in training employees but does not have formal supervisory responsibility.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Work Environment

This position works in a manufacturing and warehouse setting with exposure to forklifts, machinery, varying temperatures, and industrial equipment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully

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.

• Prolonged Standing/Walking: Required to monitor staff, manage workflows, and inspect lines for \(8+\) hours per shift.
• Reaching & Bending: Frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching above or below shoulder level to handle materials, parts, or tools.
• Climbing: Ability to climb on and off ladders, forklifts, or elevated catwalks and platforms.
• Pushing & Pulling: Moving heavy pallet jacks, rolling racks, or cumbersome equipment across the floor.
• Manual Dexterity: Fine finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination for keyboarding/data entry, assembling small parts, operating controls, and inspecting product quality.
• Twisting & Balancing: Pivoting while carrying materials and balancing on uneven surfaces or in busy warehouse aisles.
• Visual Acuity: Normal or corrected vision (close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and color vision) to read blueprints, work orders, scan barcodes, and spot product defects.
• Communication: Clear verbal communication (talking and hearing) to instruct team members, coordinate with other departments, and respond to alarms in loud environments.

• Environmental Tolerances: Ability to work in plant or warehouse settings that may involve temperature extremes, loud machinery, airborne dust, and vibration.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are exclusive standards of this position. The incumbent will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by the supervisor.