Shipping & Receiving Operator

Job Overview

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Operator

Department: Operations
- Production

Classification: In Line

Reports to: Production Supervisor/Manager

Plant: 1

Direct Reports: None

Number of Vacancies: 1 - Afternoons

Shift: Monday
- Friday 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm

The Shipper/Receiver is responsible for all the daily activities within the shipping office. The Shipper/Receiver will be the main point of contact between Select Finishings shipping office and the customers shipping office.

• Inspect and record goods received to ensure they meet specification.
• Prepare shipping documents for finished goods that meet Select Finishing standards.
• Respond to customer inquiries and requests via email and phone within 24 hours – front line communication, greet clients and suppliers.
• Communicate regularly with staff in the offline and unload areas as to the customers’ requirement.
• Communicate with internal departments on incoming/outgoing parts.
• Report receiving discrepancies to the customer.
• Working on dock checking off loads/unloads with forklift drivers.
• Take weekly inventory and communicate with Purchasing what needs to be ordered.
• Follows all Select Finishing health and safety policies and procedures and manufacturer instructions, including using appropriate PPE for tasks assigned.
• Report all health and safety concerns or incidents to the Production Manager.
• Maintain good housekeeping and cleanliness and order of workstation.
• Other duties as assigned

• Oversee the movement of goods at the cross-dock area, ensuring proper loading and unloading procedures.
• Operate the company truck safely to move materials between facilities and designated locations.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections to confirm the truck is in good working condition.
• Refuel and maintain the truck according to company guidelines.
• Conduct daily forklift inspections and promptly address any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Operate the forklift to load, unload, and transport materials, adhering to all safety protocols.
• Complete and maintain accurate records for material transfers, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Manage special pick-up requests, such as obtaining water, salt, or other supplies.
• Work closely with the assigned supervisor to ensure alignment of cross-docking activities with production schedules.
• Provide regular updates on logistics operations and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or general labour role (internal promotion or equivalent external experience).
• Advanced knowledge of finishing processes, including paint applications, inspections, and quality standards.
• Ability to perform advanced quality checks and ensure compliance with production specifications.
• Strong documentation skills for tracking workflow, quality, and production metrics.
• Training less experienced team members.
• Possess valid driver’s license

• Industrial environment with exposure to paint, solvents, and machinery noise.
• PPE compliance required