Shipper/Receiver (Union) - Quaker Houghton

About Us

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its colleagues and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the unloading of trucks, movement of inventory, sampling and inspection of containers.

What will you do?

• Unload inbound bulk trucks, freight trucks and overseas shipping containers.

• Bulk truck loading personnel maintain log of tank wagons for communication and demurrage purposes

• Verifies drivers have proper licenses for hauling hazardous materials where applicable.

• Reviews all documentation prior to receiving to ensure general accuracy and bulk tank verification.

• Properly label and seal drums, trucks and other containers as specified.

• Palletizes, bands, wraps, stencils or otherwise properly prepares materials for shipment.

• Obtains and packages samples as requested.

• Completes documentation on material movement and Bills of Lading.

• Stage daily shipments prior to ship date as available. Report any and all shortages to Inventory Control immediately.

• Accurately records bin numbers for all shipment and receipts, where required

• Inspect and sample all in-coming raw material containers in a timely manner.

• Maintain clean and organized work areas.

• Maintains inventory of shipping/receiving supplies and requisitions when necessary.

• Assists with physical inventory or cycle counts as directed.

• Follow all safety rules and Company policies.

• Keeps outside dock areas clean and free of debris and ice.

• Communicate with Shipping Supervisor and Office Clerk any problems related to shipping/receiving.

• Inspect empty drums, trucks and IBC’s being delivered to make sure they are in good condition. Reports any problems to Shipping Supervisor.

• Assures appropriate paperwork and related documentation gets to the proper department in a timely manner.

• Performs other related duties as specified by supervisor.

What do we look for?

• Ability to perform all listed duties including working at minimal heights, generally on platforms and trailers.

• Capable of driving all types of forklifts, Hi-Lo’s, etc., in and around the plant necessary to complete assigned tasks

• Proficiency in arithmetic skills

• Must be able to read, write and understand written and verbal instructions

• High school graduate or equivalent

• Working knowledge of D.O.T. regulations

• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Quaker Houghton is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran’s status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position may emailOneHR@quakerhoughton.com.