Job Overview Job Title:

Shipping and Receiving Operator

Department:

Operations - Production

Classification:

In Line

Reports to:

Production Supervisor/Manager

Plant:

1

Direct Reports:

None

Number of Vacancies:

1 - Afternoons

Shift:

Monday - Friday 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Job Purpose The Shipper/Receiver is responsible for all the daily activities within the shipping office. The Shipper/Receiver will be the main point of contact between Select Finishings shipping office and the customers shipping office.

Duties

Inspect and record goods received to ensure they meet specification.

Prepare shipping documents for finished goods that meet Select Finishing standards.

Respond to customer inquiries and requests via email and phone within 24 hours – front line communication, greet clients and suppliers.

Communicate regularly with staff in the offline and unload areas as to the customers’ requirement.

Communicate with internal departments on incoming/outgoing parts.

Report receiving discrepancies to the customer.

Working on dock checking off loads/unloads with forklift drivers.

Take weekly inventory and communicate with Purchasing what needs to be ordered.

Follows all Select Finishing health and safety policies and procedures and manufacturer instructions, including using appropriate PPE for tasks assigned.

Report all health and safety concerns or incidents to the Production Manager.

Maintain good housekeeping and cleanliness and order of workstation.

Other duties as assigned

Additional Duties

Oversee the movement of goods at the cross-dock area,



ensuring proper loading and unloading procedures.

Operate the company truck safely to move materials between facilities and designated locations.

Perform daily vehicle inspections to confirm the truck is in good working condition.

Refuel and maintain the truck according to company guidelines.

Conduct daily forklift inspections and promptly address any maintenance or safety concerns.

Operate the forklift to load, unload, and transport materials, adhering to all safety protocols.

Complete and maintain accurate records for material transfers, ensuring compliance with company policies.

Manage special pick-up requests, such as obtaining water, salt, or other supplies.

Work closely with the assigned supervisor to ensure alignment of cross-docking activities with production schedules.

Provide regular updates on logistics operations and identify opportunities for improvement.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or general labour role (internal promotion or equivalent external experience).

Advanced knowledge of finishing processes, including paint applications, inspections, and quality standards.

Ability to perform advanced quality checks and ensure compliance with production specifications.

Solid documentation skills for tracking workflow, quality, and production metrics.

Training less experienced team members.

Possess valid driver’s license

Working Conditions

Industrial environment with exposure to paint, solvents, and machinery noise.

PPE compliance required

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