Warehouse Receiver

Job Description

Receiver | McLane Company, Inc.

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at McLane Company, Inc., located in Athens, GA, offering a fulfilling career opportunity. McLane has been a distinguished leader in the distribution industry for over 130 years, forging a vast nationwide network of dedicated teammates. Our success is built on the collective effort within our warehouses, which has consistently set us apart in the industry. As a Warehouse Receiver, you will be an integral part of this team, directly contributing to our operational excellence. This role is crucial for ensuring the quality and integrity of all incoming products, playing a key part in our commitment to challenging supply chain problems with top-of-the-line technology and safety measures. We are dedicated to maintaining a culture-focused and diverse environment, offering opportunities for advancement and industry-leading benefits, recognizing that our warehouse team is at the heart of our continued growth and innovation.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Athens, GA
• Pay: $18.5 hourly
• Mission: Ensure the accurate reception and condition of all incoming products to maintain inventory integrity and efficient dock operations.
• Tech Stack: Computer

What You’ll Actually Do
• Inspect Deliveries: Meticulously examine the condition of new and returned products as they arrive from various carriers, checking for damages, overages, shorts, and assessing trailer conditions, evidence of pest infestation, or product tampering.
• Document Discrepancies: Accurately document all critical inbound information, including any overages, shorts, damages, precise expiration dates, and product temperatures, ensuring product is in saleable condition.
• Manage Inbound Flow: Direct outside carriers and contract unloaders effectively on how to properly sort and segregate product, while also ensuring product integrity is maintained according to McLane Company standards.
• Process Orders: Utilize the computer system to print necessary pallet labels, accurately enter purchase orders, and strategically assign dock doors to streamline the receiving process.
• Operate Equipment & Support: Become fully trained and certified to operate any required equipment within 30 days of hire, provide coverage for the Receiving Clerk as needed, and consistently meet assigned production standards.

The Must-Haves
• Background: High School Diploma or GED preferred, coupled with the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely.
• Experience: At least 18 years of age.
• Skills: Organized, problem solver, teamwork oriented, safety conscious, detailed.
• Bonus: Previous receiving experience.