Protolabs1d ago

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USD 20.14–27.26/yr

Shipping and Receiving Associate II

United States·PlymouthFull-timemid

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Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer,

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Be yourself at Protolabs

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.  So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!  You can help make our company even better.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.  We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.

Why Protolabs?

We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.

The Shipping and Receiving Associate II is a key contributor to our fast-paced manufacturing operation, ensuring the seamless flow of materials and products throughout the supply chain. As a career-level logistics professional, this role leverages deep expertise in Shipping and/or Receiving processes while working across critical business systems including AX, X-Carrier, MES, MRS, and Salesforce. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, partnering with the Logistics team and cross-functional departments to solve challenges, improve efficiency, and keep operations running smoothly. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of complex tasks, contribute beyond standard procedures, and play an essential role in delivering exceptional results to customers.

Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against packing lists and system records, ensuring material accuracy and compliance with safety requirements.

Manage material holds, quarantined inventory, mystery materials, and related case follow-up while partnering with Customer Service and Planning teams.

Organize, store, and transfer inventory to support production demands and maintain efficient warehouse operations.

Process domestic and international shipments, including picking, packing, labeling, documentation, freight coordination, and shipping quotes.

Generate and maintain accurate shipping records, resolve documentation discrepancies, and manage shipment queues to ensure on-time delivery.

Conduct quality inspections, select appropriate packaging, and ensure products are protected throughout the shipping process.

Maintain accurate shipping, receiving, and inventory records while escalating issues and discrepancies as needed.

Collaborate with internal teams, customers, vendors, and carriers to coordinate workflow and resolve logistics challenges.

Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment, including pallet preparation and warehouse storage activities.

Follow all safety, housekeeping, and compliance requirements to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

Investigate and resolve shipping, receiving, and inventory issues, providing clear communication and documentation to stakeholders.

High School Diploma or equivalent

Warehouse Experience

Dock Experience

Signed off on Logistics curriculum

Signed off on Receiving or Shipping Curriculum

AX, Forklift, MRS, MES, FedEx Worldship, UPS Worldship, Salesforce, DOMO

Able to work safely with sharp tools/objects, such as but not limited to, hobby knives, utility knives, pliers

Able to use a computer, calculator and do basic arithmetic

Able to read and write in English

Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment

Must be punctual and have good attendance

Good written and oral communication skills; must be able to write and respond to email (MS Outlook)

Strong attention to detail

AX competency

Prior work as a Logistics Associate II (Signed off on Shipping or Receiving)

Prior experience with an ERP system like Microsoft AX

Prior dock experience

Forklift Certification

We offer a competitive salary and total rewards package

We offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:

Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)

Dental and Vision

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid caregiver leave

You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO + Wellness + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours

401k with company match and immediate vest

Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate

Matching grants through Protolabs foundation

And More!

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.

Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Physical Demands:

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in an office setting requiring normal safety precautions. However, there may be job duties that require the employee to spend time in the manufacturing areas exposed to machinery and noise; eye protection occasionally required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.