Shipping & Receiving Associate

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement

Kent Rubber Supply, a leader in industrial hose, gasket, and seal solutions, is looking for a hands-on, detail-driven Shipping & Receiving team member to support daily shipping and receiving at our Grand Rapids facility. This position plays a vital role in maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and communication between departments to keep our supply chain moving smoothly.

• Process and sort incoming and outgoing products, ensuring all orders are processed accurately and on schedule.
• Freight handling, including UPS, LTL, and truck carrier shipments.
• Work closely with the Purchasing and Customer Service departments to resolve order discrepancies, track deliveries, and support customer commitments.
• Assist with the inventory control systems, ensuring timely entry of received goods and reconciliation of any variances.
• Ensure all packaging, labeling, and documentation meet customer and quality requirements.
• Support logistics coordination between the Grand Rapids and Norton Shores locations.
• Provide back-up support for delivery drivers by performing local customer deliveries with a Kent Rubber vehicle.
• Communicate proactively with carriers, vendors, and internal teams regarding shipment status and scheduling.

• 3+ years of experience in shipping, receiving, or inventory control (industrial or distribution background preferred).
• Strong teamwork and organizational skills - you know how to work well with a team while keeping accuracy top of mind.
• Familiarity with ERP or warehouse management systems (Tribute TrulinX experience is a plus).
• Knowledge of freight coordination, LTL, and carrier systems.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs occasionally and manage a physically active department.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with Purchasing, Sales, and Quality teams to resolve issues quickly and effectively.
• Will need a clean driving record and be capable of driving delivery vehicles ranging from a minivan to a box truck. No CDL required.

• Family-owned company with over 80 years of industry expertise.
• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, and 401(k) with company match.
• A stable, growing business where teamwork and quality are the foundation of everything we do.

Join Kent Rubber Supply and help keep our operations running with precision, accountability, and pride.