Shipping & Receiving Specialist

Milwaukee, WI 53224

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Other Professional Job Number: 45865222 Compensation: $45,000 / year

Job Description

Title: Shipping & Receiving Specialist
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary:$21-$25/hr.
Benefits: Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), tuition assistance, and more.

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Shipping and Receiving Specialist for a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial water heating and treatment products. This is a great opportunity to work with a client that has great benefits!

Job Duties:
  • Perform and document all shipping and receiving activities, including packaging, building freight containers, and tracking domestic and international shipments.
  • Manage incoming/outgoing freight logistics and maintain invoice accuracy and timely payments.
  • Oversee warehouse storage organization and maintain order in designated storage areas.
  • Handle all trash and recycling logistics, including dumpster scheduling and billing.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance for facility equipment (e.g., forklift, delivery van) and safety checklists.
  • Support field return processing, lab tasks, and equipment procurement as needed.
  • Maintain inventory and coordinate billing for high-pressure gas cylinders and cleaning supplies.
  • Work with vendors to schedule and oversee building services such as snow removal, lawn care, and window washing.
  • Participate in basic building maintenance tasks (e.g., drywall repair, painting, cleaning).
  • Perform clerical tasks and invoice tracking using Microsoft Office Suite and (preferred) SAP/TMS systems.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • 3-5 years of relevant shipping/receiving and facility support experience
  • Experience with shipping tools and ERP systems (SAP/TMS preferred)
  • Comfortable working with vendors and cross-functional teams
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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