Shipping & Receiving Operator

KE2 Therm Solutions seeks to save energy, preserve the environment, and improve profitability for our customers by delivering energy‑saving electronic solutions to the Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) industry. We are recognized for having high quality, technologically advanced products that are easy to use, and for providing superior technical applications support before and after the sale.

KE2 Therm Solutions is part of Distech Controls Inc. which is owned by Acuity Inc. Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market‑leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location‑aware applications.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Master shipping policies and processes.
• Plan the daily activities of receiving and shipping.
• Use the various computer systems to track orders.
• Work closely with customer service, production, and the planner/buyer to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Ensure the verification and packing of the products to be shipped.
• Perform shipment‑related transactions (scan serial numbers, print packing slips, customs documents, etc.).
• Contact selected carriers as required.
• Daily management of transport requests and issues.
• Coordinate special shipments (show, manual shipments, etc.).
• Managing customs issues.
• Master the policies and processes for receiving equipment.
• Inspect the products received according to the quality standards in force.
• Carry out inventory transactions relating to material receipts and returns of goods.
• Play a proactive role in improving the inspection methodology.
• Communicate and interact with carriers, as required.

Inventory movement

• Update the database following the move of inventory for production or internal requisitions.
• Keep the receiving/shipping section clean and organized.

Education (minimum education required)

High School Diploma Equivalency / GED

Skills And Minimum Experience Required

• Knowledge of the Windows environment.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a similar position.
• Ability to lift loads up to 25kg (55 lbs).
• Know how to operate a pallet truck and/or a freight elevator (forklift operator's card).
• Structured, organized and fast in work.
• Teamwork and autonomy.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Proactive.
• Initiative.
• Disciplined.
• Courtesy and politeness.
• Knowledge of Import/Export.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Knowledge of inventory management systems (MRP) and Kanban methodology.
• Knowledge of Kaizen and 5S methodology.

Physical Requirements

• Medium work.

Travel Requirements

• 0%

Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities

As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922‑9000, select option
4. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.

Unsolicited Resume Policy

Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, will be considered Acuity Inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees.

Other

Information

Senior Level: Mid-Senior level

Employment Type:

Full‑time
Job Function:
Manufacturing
Industries:
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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