Position Details
Shipping And Receiving Specialist Apply
Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. The job opportunity is for one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science, our client boasts an annual revenue of around $40 billion with a mission to empower customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Our client's global team is committed to delivering an unparalleled blend of cutting-edge technologies, convenient procurement options, and pharmaceutical services under their industry-leading brands.
Position: Depot Specialist / Shipping and Receiving Specialist
Location: Oakwood Village, OH - 44146
Duration: 3 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite
Summary:
The Depot Specialist handles the full range of material management, including receiving, storing, picking, and shipping products domestically and internationally. The role supports production activities such as software duplication, PC and instrument kitting, and general warehouse operations. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, communication skills, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
- Pick/pull orders by retrieving materials or products from inventory
- Operate material handling equipment (hand truck, pallet truck, walkie/rider, electric pallet truck)
- Ship product in the order management system following SOPs
- Arrange domestic and international shipping with freight forwarders
- Maintain compliance with Import/Export and Global Trade Compliance regulations
- Maintain accurate documentation per company policy
- Examine, sort, arrange, count, and pack items for storage
- Receive materials/finished goods and verify quality, type, quantity, and documentation
- Complete warehouse paperwork and ERP transactions, including lot/serial tracking
- Stage orders in the correct areas
- Push/pull pallets and lift up to 50 lbs regularly
- Perform climbing and reaching tasks as needed
- Complete all ISO-related training and comply with quality policies
- Perform PC configuration, software duplication, and instrument/PC kitting
- Follow quality control processes
- Participate in safety initiatives, 5S, and environmental activities
- Maintain warehouse housekeeping (5S)
- Work overtime as required
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills
- High School Diploma or GED
- Shipping knowledge (domestic & basic export handling)
- Warehouse experience
- Experience with export shipments
- Experience operating warehouse equipment (order picker, stacker, pallet jack)
- Experience using an ERP system
- Experience with Continuous Improvement and 5S principles
- Knowledge of shipping and inventory control procedures
- Understanding of Global Trade Compliance
- Ability to work independently and safely
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying warehouse temperatures
- Ability to stand for long periods
- Must follow safety protocols (e.g., safety-toed shoes)
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
