Receiving Coordinator

The Receiving Coordinator plays a critical role in managing incoming materials and components to support production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for the coordination of all receiving activities, including verifying shipments, maintaining accurate inventory records, and ensuring materials are promptly and correctly delivered to their designated areas. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and committed to upholding safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinate all inbound shipments by receiving, inspecting, and documenting deliveries according to established procedures.
• Verify incoming materials against purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Communicate with procurement, quality, and production teams regarding missing, damaged, or incorrect items.
• Ensure materials are properly labeled and safely stored or delivered to the appropriate production area or warehouse location.
• Maintain accurate records of all received materials in the inventory system (ERP/WMS).
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits as directed.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness and organization of receiving docks and staging areas.
• Collaborate with warehouse and production staff to prioritize receiving based on production demands and schedules.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies while promoting a safe working environment.

Leadership & Coordination Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for all receiving activities during assigned shift.
• Provide direction and support to warehouse associates assisting in receiving tasks.
• Coordinate with internal departments to communicate material availability and delays.
• Escalate urgent receiving issues to supervisors or management as appropriate.
• Ensure receiving documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in warehouse processes and material flow.
• Participate in daily warehouse/production meetings to align on goals and priorities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of experience in a receiving, warehouse, or inventory control role within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Working knowledge of inventory systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Ability to interpret packing slips, bills of lading, and purchase orders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Forklift certification or willingness to be trained and certified.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

Physical Requirements

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including:

• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds continuously throughout the workday.  
• Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently bend, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, push and pull.
• Perform grasping, handling, and repetitive hand and arm movements.
• Maintain manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination sufficient to operate tools, equipment, machinery controls, and computer devices as required.
• Safely operate hand tools, light power tools, and rotating equipment as required by the position.
• Wear and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the position. 
• Ability to climb and descend ladders, stairs, platforms, and work areas safely as required by the position

Work Environment

The employee will work in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to:

• The need to work safely around manufacturing processes and equipment while following all applicable safety policies and procedure
• Varying temperatures, including temperatures occasionally above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.
• Moderate to high levels of noise in designated production areas. 
• Outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, rain, and other environmental elements, as business needs require.
• Welding operations, including exposure to welding arcs, sparks, heat, and airborne particulates in designated production areas.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Frequent standing, bending, twisting, and squatting throughout the shift.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Must be able to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures and conditions.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing floor and warehouse setting.
• Exposure to loud noise, dust, and moving machinery.
• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. 

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety.  Integrity.  Respect.  Teamwork.  Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

•  High-Performance Culture• Customer Focus

•  Operational Excellence

•  Innovation

•  Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication 

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs.  Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.   

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [email protected].