SHIPPER/RECEIVER
Hamilton, ON
$25.00 an hour
ABOUT US
STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Manufacturing Operations. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.
THE ROLE
STRIVE is currently hiring for a Shipper/Receiver for a well-established manufacturing company located in Hamilton, ON. This is a newly created, full-time position that supports operations across multiple divisions. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing both shipping and receiving in a fast-paced industrial setting.
ADVANTAGES
- Competitive pay rate of $25.00/hour to start
- Day shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Monday to Friday)
- Full-time, contract-to-hire position
- Strong team culture and supportive environment
- Opportunity to contribute to process improvements
- Stable company with long-term growth potential
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate outbound shipments by working with production leads and schedulers
- Schedule and manage order pickups for both collect and prepaid (PPD) shipments
- Obtain freight quotes and ensure approvals are in place for all shipments
- Complete and submit customs documentation for U.S. shipments
- Arrange shipping logistics for materials going to and from vendors
- Receive all incoming shipments and verify them against packing slips
- Stamp, initial, and date packing slips upon receipt confirmation
- Unpack and place incoming materials in designated storage areas
- Accurately receive materials into the inventory system
- Maintain a clean and organized shipping/receiving area
- Communicate effectively with internal departments and external vendors
REQUIREMENTS
- 23 years of experience in shipping/receiving or logistics, preferably in manufacturing
- Forklift certification is required
- Knowledge of freight coordination and customs documentation
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Proficiency with ERP systems and shipping software
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment