About this role
Quick Snapshot
Pay: Up to $25.00/hour based on experienceSchedule: Full-Time | Day Shift
Location: Traverse City, MI
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Experienced
Industry: Warehouse | Shipping & Receiving | Inventory Control
Help Keep Precision Manufacturing Moving
Ambient Recruiting is partnering with a growing Northern Michigan manufacturer to hire an experienced Shipping & Receiving Specialist. This position plays a vital role in keeping production running by managing incoming materials, preparing outbound shipments, maintaining inventory accuracy, and processing product returns.
If you're organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy a fast-paced warehouse environment where every shipment matters, this is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values quality, efficiency, and teamwork.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Shipping & Receiving Specialist, you'll:
- Receive incoming shipments and verify contents against purchase orders and packing slips
- Inspect incoming materials for damage, defects, and specification compliance
- Load, unload, stage, and organize incoming and outgoing freight
- Prepare, package, and label outbound shipments
- Generate shipping documentation and freight carrier paperwork
- Schedule carrier pickups and monitor shipments through delivery
- Maintain organized warehouse inventory and replenish storage locations
- Process Returned Merchandise Authorizations (RMA) and returned products
- Inspect returned merchandise, document findings, and coordinate repairs, replacements, or restocking
- Maintain accurate inventory records using barcode scanners and inventory software
- Follow workplace safety procedures and maintain documentation for reporting and audits
- Support overall warehouse organization and continuous improvement initiatives
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates typically have:
- Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3 to 5 years of warehouse, shipping & receiving, inventory control, or related experience
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Experience using ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
- Ability to regularly lift up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with appropriate equipment or assistance
- Comfortable standing and walking throughout the workday
Preferred Qualifications
- Forklift certification
- OSHA safety training
- Quality inspection experience
- Experience with inventory management systems and barcode scanning technology
Benefits May Include
Benefits vary by employer and eligibility status but may include:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Stable, long-term employment
- Opportunities for career growth
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- Competitive starting wage of Up to $25.00/hour
- Stable full-time schedule
- Variety throughout your day with shipping, receiving, inventory, and warehouse responsibilities
- Opportunity to build advanced warehouse and logistics experience
- Modern manufacturing environment
- Work with ERP systems and inventory management technology
- Join a growing company where organization and accuracy are highly valued
- Long-term career potential with opportunities to grow into warehouse leadership or inventory management