Shipping & Receiving Associate

Value Added Distributors is looking for a driven, hardworking, and enthusiastic Shipping & Receiving Associate to join our team of experts at our Shawano, WI location. This position reports to the Production Supervisor and will assist in the day‑to‑day shipping, receiving, inventory control activities, and local deliveries.

For 30 years, Value Added Distributors, and our family of companies (Bent Tubes, Transmotion, LTL Supply, and Value Added Distributors) have been a leading provider of hydraulic components and wire harnesses in the industrial marketplace. Headquartered in Wisconsin, we take pride in our Midwestern work ethic and our team of employees, providing outstanding products and unparalleled service to our valued customers.

Operating in nine states with nineteen locations throughout the mid‑western, southern, and eastern United States, we utilize state‑of‑the‑art equipment and employ the newest techniques allowing us to offer advancement opportunities in a continually growing Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) landscape.

Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM and overtime as needed.

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, PTO, holiday pay and more.

• Stocking incoming products onto shelves.
• Picking and pulling parts for customer orders with a high level of accuracy.
• Coordinate logistics and shipment details with UPS, Fed Ex, Spee Dee and LTL.
• Breaking down skids from incoming shipments.
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records and flow of product to the production floor.
• Receiving UPS and LTL shipments and entering data into a computer system.
• Pull and deliver the product to the proper inventory location, department, or personnel.
• Operating a forklift (training provided).
• Support continuous improvement and quality objectives.
• Adhere to established company policies and procedures.
• This position will be cross‑trained in various areas of the business, including our vendor management inventory (VMI) at a local customer location.
• Actively participate with the VAC vision, mission, and values. Integrate each by aligning performance goals and business initiatives to ensure objectives are achieved.
• The description of responsibilities is not exhaustive. There will be additional duties assigned per company and regulatory requirements.

• Balance competing priorities, working with a sense of urgency to meet deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills that are clear and concise.
• Foster mutually beneficial relationships that are professional by building trust and providing timely communications within the team.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Experience entering data into a computer.
• Basic mechanical and repair skills.
• Ability to use and read tape measures and digital calipers.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Commitment to safety and cleanliness standards.
• Professional demeanor and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Background in supply chain or logistics is a plus.
• Requires ability to safely lift 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
• Previous working knowledge of hydraulic components is a plus.

• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record are required.
• Must be 21+ years of age to drive company vehicles.
• Forklift certified is a plus.

In a shipping & receiving position, you will be using vision, hearing, hands, fingers, and arms frequently while standing for long periods of time and lifting items. Additionally, speaking with coworkers to troubleshoot shipping & receiving concerns to complete tasks. The individual will require fine motor skills, using fingers, hands, and arms to operate tools and equipment that is specific to the position.

Everyone must wear required personal protective equipment which may include safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, shoes, and other items as it pertains to the job duties. Able to see details or objects at a close range will…