Job Description
The Shipping & Receiving Assistant is responsible for preparing outgoing shipments and receiving incoming materials in support of daily operations. Shipments may include palletized goods, laboratory equipment and supplies, collection kit materials, office supplies, biological samples, and confidential results. This role ensures accurate handling, organization, and tracking of inventory to support timely order fulfillment and operational efficiency. The Shipping & Receiving Assistant reviews incoming and outgoing shipment schedules, documents inventory discrepancies or damage, and responds to on‑demand shipping questions and escalations. The position requires frequent communication with both internal teams and external partners to confirm shipment status and resolve issues.
** Essential Duties & Responsibilities**
- Manage the shipping and receiving of all products, materials, and supplies.
- Assemble and prepare various collection kit types for delivery to retail and corporate partners.
- Coordinate loading and unloading of goods while maintaining a positive and professional attitude when engaging with vendors and drivers.
- Inspect incoming shipments against packing lists and shipping documents; record shortages and reject damaged goods as appropriate.
- Determine appropriate shipment methods and prepare shipping labels, commercial invoices, and other required documentation.
- Troubleshoot shipping issues and customer or partner complaints, working proactively toward resolution.
- Monitor shipment tracking information and provide timely updates to internal stakeholders.
- Support shipping‑related inquiries and escalations as needed.
- Identify priority or high‑risk shipping issues and escalate when necessary.
- Maintain organized inventory systems to ensure efficient retrieval of materials.
- Adhere to compliance requirements, company policies, and confidentiality standards.
- Manage time effectively and consistently meet established performance metrics.
- Demonstrate initiative and assist team members as needed.
- Maintain accurate records and organized schedules.
- Work independently with minimal supervision while remaining a collaborative team contributor
- Other duties as assigned or become evident