Shipping and Receiving Clerk

About Company:

About Kendrick Plastics
Kendrick Plastics is a Tier 1.5 automotive supplier — built to move fast, think smart, and deliver results. We sit at the sweet spot between large Tier 1s and traditional Tier 2s, giving customers the best of both worlds: full-service capabilities with small-company speed and attention. Our products are on some of the best-selling vehicles in North America, and our team brings decades of experience in engineering, manufacturing, and operations.

We’re built differently — faster, leaner, and designed to win. If you’re the kind of person who takes ownership, solves problems with urgency, and wants to see the impact of your work every day, you’ll thrive here. Kendrick is a place where people grow quickly, are trusted to lead, and work alongside others who care just as much as they do.

Your Work Matters. So Do You.
At Kendrick, we invest in our people the same way we invest in our products — with care, intention, and a long-term view. Here’s what you get upon benefit eligibility:

• 401(k) with company contribution for every hour you work
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a competitive paid holiday schedule
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program for support when you need it

We’re seeking an experienced Shipping & Receiving Clerk to support our fast‑paced automotive operation. In this role, you’ll ensure accurate, efficient movement of materials and finished goods while maintaining inventory integrity and supporting production needs. Automotive shipping experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials against purchase orders
• Prepare, package, label, and document outgoing shipments
• Operate material‑handling equipment to move products throughout the facility
• Maintain accurate inventory records using barcode scanning systems
• Coordinate with production and warehouse teams to ensure timely material flow
• Perform routine equipment checks and report issues
• Work overtime as needed to meet shipping and production deadlines

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in shipping/receiving in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Familiarity with material‑handling equipment
• Basic computer and barcode‑scanning skills
• Ability to lift/move heavy items safely and follow safety procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift certification
• Order‑picking experience
• Knowledge of shipping regulations and documentation
• Flexible availability, including overtime
• Strong organizational and communication skills