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Layfield has an exciting and rewarding opportunity available for a full-time permanent Shipper/Receiver. This position is responsible for the cost-effective implementation of shipping practices, techniques and vendor negotiations, participation in operations, inventory, and shipping coordination meetings. This position ensures that inventory and shipping accuracy is achieved. Must communicate with vendors, clients and internal staff. Prepares and reviews all shipping documents.
This position reports to the Customer Experience/Logistics Manager. The position will be based out of our Lakeside, CA office.
Key Responsibilities:

• Communicates directly with vendors and clients.
• Works closely with customer service, operations, purchasing, and manufacturing personnel.
• Establishes cost quotes for shipping.
• Coordinates with transportation services.
• Executes sound cost containment practices.
• Ensures timely performance of inventory and transportation.
• Prepares and submits transportation quotes.
• Records all in-coming and out-going goods.
• Conducts and records bi-monthly inventory reviews.
• Participates in operations meetings.
• Works closely with Plant Foreman and personnel, General superintendent, Project Managers, Purchasing and Customer Service to verify all goods and are shipped/ received in a complete manner.
• Organization of warehouse areas, including labelling of products
• Layfield delivery driver when required.
• Ensure materials are pulled stagged and ready for pick up or deliveries.

Human Resources:

• Ensures adherence to health & safety policy.
• Performs daily review of forklift safety compliance.

Vendor Relations:

• Contacts and receives quotes for shipping.
• Performs periodic update on vendor services in conjunction with Shipping Manager.

Required Skills & Knowledge:

• Experience driving a forklift a must.
• Analytical analysis of shipping and vendor documents.
• Proven success in safety.
• Proven ability in sound decision making.
• Driven self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Independent but able to work well within a team environment.
• High degree of competence in written and oral communication.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office suite skills.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years industry related duties. Must show progression in past positions and demonstrate analytical ability.
• High School or GED

What does Layfield have to offer?
Layfield is committed to investing in people and creating a dynamic, rewarding employment experience. Layfield offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package (including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, life insurance etc.)
• 401K Contribution Package
• Vacation and Sick Leave Benefits;

You will also have the opportunity to enjoy a number of company events including BBQ’s, holiday & family friendly events and more!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What are your salary requirements?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Shipping and Receiving: 2 years (Preferred)
• Forklift driving: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person