Shipping Receiving Coordinator

Description Kyocera has a temp-to-hire Shipping & Receiving Coordinator position at our Plymouth, MI facility.

Candidates selected for hire will be hired through one of Kyocera's approved staffing partners.

This position may lead to a direct hire offer with Kyocera International, Inc.

Pay is $21-$30 per hourWith nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical applications, and semiconductor processing. Our innovative materials are found in everything from smartphones to space shuttles!

General Description of Duties:

The Shipping & Receiving Coordinator 3 is responsible for coordinating all warehouse operations, including incoming and outgoing shipments for both finished goods and raw materials. This role oversees shipping activities, inventory accuracy, and SAP transactions while ensuring efficient warehouse operations and compliance with transportation regulations.

Requirements:

High school diploma or GED requiredMinimum of 4 years of experience in shipping, receiving, and/or warehouse operationsKnowledge of UPS, FedEx, and general carrier transportation regulationsStrong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with internal and external partnersProficient in Microsoft Outlook and ExcelAccurate data entry skills and SAP experience requiredAPICS, Lean, or 5S experience preferredAbility to lift up to 50 lbs. and experience handling freight movementForklift certification preferred, or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hireMust successfully pass a background check and drug screening

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Coordinate and manage outbound shipmentsCommunicate shipment schedules and status updates with Sales and management; often serves as the primary point of contact for shipping and receiving activitiesPackage and label shipments according to customer specifications and company standardsReview shipping documents for special instructions and select appropriate carriers based on package size, weight, and routing requirementsReceive and verify shipments against purchase orders using SAPUnload, inspect, receive, and stock incoming supplies and materials; verify orders for accuracy and damageEnsure hazardous material labels and packing slips are compliant and properly documentedAssist with daily truck unloading and warehouse operations as neededCross-train across warehouse functions and provide coverage in multiple warehouse rolesStore supplies and materials in designated rack or floor locationsDeliver materials and supplies to requesting departments as neededPerform monthly and quarterly inventory control activitiesMaintain cleanliness and organization of shipping, receiving, and storage areas; support 5S initiativesVerify and sign for incoming deliveriesAssist in training warehouse personnel, including counters and packagersSupport other departments with shipping and delivery-related inquiriesAssist with after-hours deliveries or pickups when necessaryPerform other related duties as assignedWe have a long-tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!), a vital company mission, and an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off to volunteer, paid leave options, tuition reimbursement, an employer-paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Our larger locations also feature onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms, and employee gardens!

We strive to have a diverse workforce from all backgrounds, including minorities, women, and veterans, who bring their experience to support the innovation and quality that Kyocera is known for.

Kyocera International, Inc. also has a robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about here: https://global.kyocera.com/inamori/philosophy/. Our company motto is "Do the right thing as a human being," and we try to use that motto constantly in our decision-making.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED requiredAbility to pass a criminal background check and drug screen

Physical Activities:

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Environmental Conditions:

The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with... For full info follow application link. Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.