Shipping & Receiving Technician

LOCATION

Houghton, Michigan

CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO

Operations Manager

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Shipping and Receiving Technicians are responsible for a variety of tasks including outbound shipping and inbound receiving. Shipping duties include pulling and packaging customer service orders and processing shipments within the inventory system. Receiving duties include receiving, unpacking, verifying and recording incoming material.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Inspect, accept or reject goods received
• Determine if parts received are on the NIS (Not in Stock) list
• Store received parts in assigned locations
• Pull and package customer service orders
• Pull machine parts kits for assembly
• Arrange freight pickup for customers
• Input stock items into computer and store in the assigned location
• Process shipments in inventory system
• Assist in the shipment of finished goods
• Crate machines
• Identify time saving procedures
• Notify Purchasing of shortages and needs
• Maintain inventory of shipping supplies
• Maintain proper bill of material accuracy to ensure inventory accuracy
• Proactively report issues that may hinder job duties to Team Supervisor
• Follow all ISO Company policies and procedures
• Work safely in a manufacturing environment and follow all company safety policies and procedures

ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to solve problems using existing systems and processes while handling multiple assignments
• Detail oriented, accurate and maintain excellent follow-through
• Excellent verbal communication and listening skills
• Capable of following processes and initiate process improvements
• Maintain a positive attitude in high-pressure situations
• Adaptable to changing work responsibilities and production
• Must be self-motivated and work well independently or in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to work effectively with other departments within the organization

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1-3 years warehouse experience including shipping/receiving or inventory preferred
• Strong computer skills preferred
• Experience with UPS online, XPO, FedEx, preferred
• Carpentry experience preferred This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position.

Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties assigned by a manager or supervisor. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities, and Somero reserves the right to change the job description at any time. Somero Enterprises® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. April 2026 WORKING

CONDITIONS

• Ability to work extended hours as business needs dictate
• Ability to obtain forklift and overhead crane certification
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds
• Frequently remain in a stationary position such as standing
• Frequently kneel and bend
• Foot Protection (i.e. Steel or Composite Toe Boots) required
• Employee must possess manual dexterity required for using hand tools and operating machinery