Shipping & Receiving Specialist

Company DescriptionSGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services. Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

Job DescriptionSummaryPerforms a variety of shipping and receiving tasks. Verifies materials received are as ordered and routes incoming items to appropriate departments/locations. Prepares items for shipment ensuring cost effective courier services.

Job FunctionsPick-up, drop-off, distribute and ship to designated laboratories/refineries.

Log samples into laboratory systemProperly retain samplesPrepare samples for transportationDispatch courier services for hot shot shipmentsArchive sample retain recordsAssist laboratory and operations personnel in retrieving samples from retainDaily maintenance of departmental company vehiclesDrive forklift for loading and unloading of shipmentsReceive and properly distribute/process all packages delivered by various transportation couriersMay require additional administrative duties to be performed as needed.

QualificationsHourly Rate:

$18-$20 an hourOur BenefitsWe care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

Health:

 Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee wellness programs

Wealth:

 Competitive pay, 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment), employee referral program, annual bonus target

Happiness:

Professional Growth:

 Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program

Work-Life Balance:

 Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time)Education and ExperienceHigh School diploma or general education degree (GED) Licenses and CertificationsMust have clean driving record and valid drivers' license, at all times. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesMust be able to work with all chemicals, petrochemicals petroleum, Must be able to lift items which can weight up to 50 pounds; climb, bend, reach, without restriction.- Must be familiar with data entry. Excellent communication skills (oral and written). High level of accuracy is required, with special attention to details. Must be able to read and comprehend labels and instructions. Ability to follow instructions independently, with little or no supervision. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer SkillsKnowledgeable in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) and other applications. Physical Demands of the

JobStand:

FrequentlyMove or traverse:

FrequentlySit:

FrequentlyUse hands: FrequentlyReach with hands and arms: FrequentlyClimb or balance: OccasionallyStoop, kneel, crouch or crawl:

OccasionallyTalk/hear:

FrequentlyTaste/Smell:

OccasionallyLift/carry/push or pull: Frequently 50 lbsAdditional InformationSGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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