Supply Chain Associate – Receiving, Parts Staging & Inspection

Company: Ameri-Shred Industrial
Location: Alpena, MI
Department: Supply Chain / Operations / Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Ameri-Shred Industrial

Ameri-Shred Industrial is a leading manufacturer of industrial shredding and recycling equipment, serving customers across a wide range of industries. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality equipment through innovation, craftsmanship, and operational excellence.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Supply Chain Associate to support our manufacturing operations by receiving materials, inspecting incoming components, maintaining inventory accuracy, and staging parts for production. This role is essential to ensuring the right materials are available to keep manufacturing projects moving efficiently and on schedule.

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Associate plays a critical role in supporting production operations through the accurate receipt, inspection, organization, and staging of materials and components. This position serves as a key link between suppliers, purchasing, inventory, and production teams by ensuring incoming materials meet quality standards and are readily available for manufacturing needs.

The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive incoming parts, materials, and vendor shipments.
• Check parts against purchase orders, packing slips, drawings, or job requirements.
• Inspect incoming parts for damage, defects, missing items, or incorrect specifications.
• Label, organize, and store received materials in designated locations.
• Stage parts and components for production, assembly, and manufacturing jobs.
• Communicate shortages, damaged parts, incorrect shipments, or quality concerns to purchasing, production, or management.
• Help maintain accurate inventory records and material movement documentation.
• Support cycle counts, inventory checks, and stockroom organization.
• Operate material handling equipment as needed, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and carts.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow company safety procedures and quality standards.
• Assist with additional supply chain, warehouse, and production support tasks as needed.
• Remain self-motivated and proactive in keeping work orders and production activities moving forward.
• Learn and assist with pallet building and support other departments when required.

Skills Needed

• Receiving and material handling
• Inventory control and stock organization
• Quality inspection and defect identification
• Material staging and production support
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Time management and task prioritization
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Safe operation of material handling equipment
• Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Knowledge Required

• Understanding of receiving, warehouse, or supply chain processes
• Ability to read and interpret packing slips, purchase orders, part numbers, and job documentation
• Knowledge of inventory management practices
• Familiarity with manufacturing materials and components
• Understanding of workplace safety standards and procedures
• Basic knowledge of ERP or inventory software systems preferred
• Familiarity with quality inspection methods and documentation preferred
• Understanding of material flow within a manufacturing environment

Ability to Implement Skills and Knowledge

• Accurately verify incoming shipments against documentation and requirements
• Identify damaged, incorrect, or nonconforming materials and escalate issues appropriately
• Organize and stage materials efficiently to support production schedules
• Maintain accurate inventory records and transaction documentation
• Coordinate effectively with purchasing, production, quality, and management teams
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, and related equipment safely
• Manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Adapt to changing production needs and support various departments as necessary
• Work independently while contributing to team goals and operational success

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing, warehouse operations, supply chain, receiving, inventory control, or parts handling preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify damaged, incorrect, or nonconforming parts.
• Basic computer skills; ERP or inventory management experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred or willingness to become certified through company training.
• Ability to work effectively with internal departments and external vendors.
• Dependable work ethic and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with industrial machinery, fabricated components, mechanical assemblies, or manufacturing parts.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems or ERP software.
• Experience inspecting parts against drawings, specifications, work orders, or quality standards.
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong organizational abilities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing and warehouse environment.
• Ability to use hand tools, measuring tools, pallet jacks, carts, and other shop equipment as required.

Benefits

Ameri-Shred Industrial offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Competitive pay based on competency
• 100% employer-paid health insurance and HSA for employees
• Flexible paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Discretionary bonuses
• Stable, hands-on role within a growing industrial manufacturing company
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced manufacturing and operations professionals
• Career growth and skill development opportunities

Join Our Team

We are excited to welcome new talent to our team! If you are passionate about what you do and are looking for a dynamic and supportive work environment, we encourage you to apply. Join us and be a part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. We look forward to seeing how we can succeed together.