Shipping & Receiving Clerk 1

About the role

Wabtec is hiring a Shipping & Receiving Clerk 1 in Columbia for its Shipping and Receiving Materials Handling team. The role handles daily delivery, order fulfillment, packaging, receiving and shipment of component boxes and materials, and works with production, quality, inventory control and manufacturing teams to keep the supply chain running smoothly. It is a first-shift position, Monday to Friday 8am-4:30pm.

Key responsibilities

• Complete daily inbound receiving of products and packages, and accurately pull, pack and stage customer orders.
• Use a computer to process FedEx and UPS small packages and LTL pallet shipments via Oracle and other customer logistics sites.
• Unload incoming truck shipments and customer material from crates, pallets and containers with a pallet jack or forklift.
• Input daily receipts into the database and follow detailed instructions, SOPs and JSAs.
• Maintain a clean, safe workplace under 5S protocol and keep the work area organized.
• Disassemble components using hand and power tools and fixtures according to work instructions.

Required profile

• High school degree or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in materials handling, shipping and receiving or warehouse operations; railroad, aerospace or automotive experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly and to repeat the same task.
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills.

Required skills

• Knowledge of basic mechanics and machine testing procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret shipping documents, bills and inventory reports.
• Attention to detail, accuracy and time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What we offer

• Pay of $18.50, with benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage from day 1.
• $500 referral bonus after 60 days, $10,000 annual tuition reimbursement, mental health assistance and insurance discounts.
• 401k with a 3% match, employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability after 90 days.
• Free pair of steel toe boots and prescription safety glasses annually.