Job Description

Receiving / Stock Clerk

Whip MixLouisville, KY

Are you someone who thrives on variety, enjoys learning new things, and loves being part of a team that's building something great? If you answered yes, Whip Mix Corporation is the place for you.  We are a fourth-generation, family-owned business with over 105 years of experience in dental manufacturing.  We’re not just filling jobs—we’re growing and looking for additional team members who embrace our value of versatility and who aren’t afraid to roll up their sleeves to take on different roles as we expand.  Whether it's assisting in our chemical department (pack line and blending), working in our assembly department, supporting logistics or helping with special projects, you’ll be a key part of our day-to-day success.

What You’ll Be Doing (depending on the day!):

• Assist in manufacturing and assembly of dental products

• Support shipping, receiving, and inventory management

• Collaborate with a close-knit team that values initiative and flexibility

What We’re Looking For:

• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn

• Strong work ethic and a team-first mindset

• Comfort working in a dynamic, evolving environment

• Previous experience in manufacturing or distribution preferred

Why Work With Us?

• Every day brings something new

• Opportunities for growth and cross-training

• Supportive, hands-on leadership

• A company culture that values versatility and people who thrive in a team environment

What Else Do We Provide?

• Benefits: Company sponsored health and vision insurance

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Wellness Day

• Company Paid: Dental Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance

• Company match 401k

• Cross Training

What You Need To Know:

• You are applying for: Receiving / Stock Clerk
• While the current primary job functions and responsibilities are outlined below, the successful candidate may be reassigned to other duties or departments within the company based on performance, business needs, and professional development opportunities.
• Team members are expected to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability as workloads and operational priorities evolve.
• Under limited supervision, unloads and accurately receives incoming materials and supplies. Stores in appropriate locations by the use of material handling equipment.  Pulls inventory from stock following first in first out (FIFO) principle according to reports and manufacturing order pick list. Prepares and sends the items to the appropriate department for assembly utilizing ERP system.  Maintain warehouse organization by housekeeping and organizing proper storage of finished goods and raw materials. 

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

1. With appropriate care, unloads shipments/materials/supplies using a forklift/electric hand truck, dolly or related equipment. Operator ensures materials are stored or stacked safely. Verify count of material being delivered by checking physical quantity against freight bill, noting any damage or shortage on the freight bill before the truck driver leaves.  Verify received quantities against documentation by checking the physical quantity. Deliver and store materials in proper location. Pulls and delivers inventory from stock following first in first out (FIFO) principle according to reports and manufacturing order pick list. Verifies quantities of items staged for movement. Prepares and sends the items to the appropriate department for assembly utilizing ERP system. Assists purchasing to prepare orders for shipping out of plant services.   |   55%
2. Prepares samples of received material for Lab, Engineering and Sales as required. Prepares labels in appropriate format to identify incoming raw material. Follow all ISO 13485 SOP and work instructions guidelines. Learn and follow all current FDA required good manufacturing practices to consistently meet applicable requirements and specifications.  | 10%
3. Maintains a well-organized warehouse area keeping aisles clear. Know and practice good housekeeping providing a safe work environment.  Monitor trash level of dumpster and communicate to maintenance to be emptied. | 10%
4. Prepares customer orders for will call, small package area, domestic freight or export for shipping. This includes gathering, stacking on skids, wrapping, labeling, completing documentation including all HAZMAT/Dangerous goods requirements, performing all ERP transactions and loading shipments. | 10%
5. Delivers RMA return items to appropriate departments for disposition.  | 5%
6. Assists department leaders and other personnel in resolving problems related to receiving or warehousing of materials and supplies.  Reports any warehouse/receiving problem areas to supervisor. | 5%
7. Performs cycle counts. Complete packaging tasks as requested of finished goods. | 5%
8. Performs other functions or duties as assigned                                                      

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Worker Characteristics

1. Ability to read, understand and follow written and verbal directions.

2. Knowledge of inventory and receiving procedures to accurately manage inventory and the distribution to assembly areas.

3. Ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift/electric hand truck certification required).Must successfully complete forklift training and attain forklift license within 60 days of hire.

4. Ability to safely maneuver and stack 4000# skids of powder, 500# skids of cardboard and similar type materials in a warehouse area using a forklift, hand truck, dolly or related material handling equipment.

5. Ability to read, validate, and process receiving documentation. Record keeping skills needed to review and complete orders and forms including ability to comprehend lot tracing of products. 

6. Ability to hear warning signals from warehouse traffic and to differentiate between colors.

7. Ability to count, add, subtract, multiply, figure percentages, etc. to verify accuracy of all receiving/shipping functions.

8. Communication skills sufficient to relay information regarding orders and inventory level information to the appropriate departments.

9. Able to correctly perform appropriate ERP computerized manufacturing transactions. 

10. Good organizational skills for maintaining orderliness of the warehouse.

11. Ability to repetitively stoop, reach, twist and bend to prepare orders for shipment. Lift, stack and carry up to 55-pound boxes of product on a frequent basis and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

Summary Education & Experience Required

High school

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