MPI Calera - Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Company Description

What We Live By……

The McWane Way is a core philosophy outlined by the founder J.R. McWane in 1920.  Today It encompasses Teamwork, Excellence, Leadership, Environment, Communication, Accountability, Safety and Trust.  All team members at every level are expected to know and work by these principles, values, and behaviors.  Most importantly, every team member is expected to be able to answer this question, “What does this mean for me?”  This is the all-important question because behavior is the best evidence of a living principle.  Join the McWane team on the journey to The McWane Way.

Who We Are……

McWane Inc. has a newly created division, McWane Plant and Industrial (MPI). This new division, based in Birmingham, AL, combines all Plant and Industrial Products in a single customer-focused package. We offer comprehensive solutions through an experienced team of professionals specifically focused on these two special markets. Our Mission is to be the Plant and Industrial supplier who is “easiest to do business with”.  We will make it easier to engineer, specify, and order components for plants.  We will provide greater support for smoother delivery, cost-effective installation, and start-up. Most importantly, we will build strong relationships with design engineers, contractors, plant operations teams and project owners to assure we are their first-choice supplier for both new construction and future upgrades.

Position

Shipping and Receiving

Location

Calera, AL

Directly reports to

Warehouse Manager

Job Description

MPI Calera is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Clerk. This role will assist with accurately and efficiently handling all incoming and outgoing materials, focusing on utilizing our MRP, D365.

Scope of Responsibilities

• 1st Responsibility - Ensuring personal safety and the safety of your team members. 
• Assists supervisors and managers in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. 
• Wear appropriate PPE, including fall protection, respiratory protection, hearing protection, foot, hand, head, and eye protection. 
• Assist in preparing shipping documents, including packing slips and shipping labels, using the MRP system.
• Learn to coordinate with carriers for pickups and deliveries.
• Help package and label products for shipment according to company specifications.
• Assist in verifying the accuracy of outgoing shipments.
• Learn to process shipping transactions in the MRP system with guidance.
• Help maintain organized shipping records.
• Follow all shipping safety procedures.
• Solve problems and adjust forms and documents as needed due to last-minute load changes. Attention to detail is required, especially during data entry, to ensure line items are correctly placed in the software system. Use the system to locate, print, sort, and distribute picking lists to product assemblers.
• Prepare, create, and distribute paperwork related to shipping products, including picking lists, packing slips, and Bills of Lading.
• Communicate via radio with truck drivers, supervisors, and team members throughout the day to facilitate smooth operations.
• Assist in receiving and inspecting incoming materials and verifying quantities and condition.
• Help unload and unpack deliveries.
• Learn to process receiving transactions in the MRP system with guidance.
• Assist in accurately recording and tracking incoming materials.
• Report any damaged or incorrect shipments to supervisors.
• Help maintain a clean and organized receiving area.
• Assist in routing received materials to appropriate locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn.

Position Requirements

• Standing, walking, stooping, balancing, kneeling, reaching, and sitting are some of the physical requirements.
• Must be able to meet and adhere to physical requirements as well as wearing the appropriate PPE (steel toed boots, safety glasses, hearing protection and mask).
• Will be required to work in the following conditions: heat, cold, noise, and vibration.
• Must be able to work in dust and fumes.
• Must have the ability to operate forklift or overhead crane.
• Possible overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
• Must be able to work outside in all types o