Shipping & Receiving Specialist

Key Responsibilities

Receiving

• Receive incoming materials and verify quantities, part numbers, and shipment documentation against purchase orders and delivery orders.
• Perform visual inspection for damaged or incorrect materials and report discrepancies.
• Process receiving transactions in the ERP system.
• Coordinate with Quality Inspectors for incoming inspection activities when required.
• Label and store materials in designated warehouse locations following established procedures.
• Ensure proper handling of shelf-life and controlled materials. 

Shipping

• Pick and prepare finished goods for shipment based on shipping schedules and customer requirements.
• Process shipping transactions accurately in the ERP system.
• Prepare and verify shipping documentation including packing lists and commercial invoices.
• Coordinate shipment collections with freight forwarders and logistics providers.
• Ensure products are packed and shipped according to work instructions and quality requirements. 

Warehouse Operations

• Maintain good housekeeping and 5S standards within the warehouse.
• Support inventory accuracy through proper transaction processing and material handling.
• Follow FIFO practices and storage requirements where applicable.
• Comply with safety, quality, and company procedures at all times.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and other warehouse-related duties as assigned. 

Requirements

• NITEC / Higher NITEC / Secondary Education or equivalent.
• Experience in warehouse, logistics, shipping, receiving, or manufacturing operations preferred.
• Basic computer skills and ability to perform system transactions.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle physical warehouse activities.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Positive attitude, reliable, and willing to learn.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Experience

• Experience using Oracle, SAP, or other ERP systems.
• Experience in a manufacturing, electronics, medical device, or high-tech environment.

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

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