Receiving Specialist - Flatbed Dock
Tommy Car WashReceiving Specialist Flatbed Dock Tommy’s is looking for a Receiving Specialist that specializes in the flatbed dock area of our facility. This role interacts with high-volume inbound freight operations, including flatbed, Conestoga, and container freight as well as LTL, FTL, and returns, ensuring accurate receiving, coordinating closely with purchasing, logistics, quality control, fabrication, and material handlers. The Receiving Specialist supports inventory and sales order processes, maintains warehouse organization and space optimization, and performs hands-on material handling, equipment assembly, and forklift operations to drive overall warehouse efficiency all while following required procedures and safety regulations in a fast-paced environment. What can Tommy's offer you? Base pay and eligibility for annual profit-sharing bonus Full insurance package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Employee Assistance Dependent Care FSA with on-site Daycare options 401k match and complimentary financial planning services Paid time off and paid holidays Opportunity for continued education and tuition assistance Valuable learning and development program Significant ability to grow internally for motivated and strong performing team members Fun, energetic, family-oriented work culture with an emphasis on team member morale Growing nationwide brand / presence Position Responsibilities: Receive all inbound freight (LTL, FTL, parcel, and RMAs) and safely unload flatbed and Conestoga trailers hauling pallets, crates, sheet stock, oversized equipment, and 30' containers, using the correct attachments, rigging, and unload sequence for each load. Coordinate with drivers on tarp, strap, and chain removal; confirm loads are fully released and stable before unloading. Unload and stage 30' containers per procedure for count, inspection, and put-away. Follow all dock and yard safety procedures and best practices, including wheel chocks, trailer restraints, spotting, safe unloading procedures, and clear driver communication throughout the unload. Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely (~80% of the shift on a hi-lo); before every lift, verify product weight against the truck's data plate and capacity chart, accounting for attachments, load center, and mast height. Complete and document a pre-shift inspection on each piece of powered equipment; tag out and report defects immediately. Inspect all freight for damage and shortage at unload; note exceptions on the delivery receipt or BOL before signing, photo-document, and notify Purchasing and Logistics to file freight claims within the carrier's window. Verify piece counts, part numbers, and quantities against the packing slip and PO before put-away; resolve discrepancies with Purchasing. Enter receipts in the ERP same-day to keep inventory and sales order availability accurate. Partner with Fabrication and Quality Control to inspect inbound raw material (type, grade, gauge, dimensions, quantity) against the PO; quarantine and document nonconforming material before it reaches production. Store raw material and components in Fabrication's preferred locations and orientation for efficient flow into their department. Work with pick/pack/ship on receipts tied to sales orders, and with the RMA/RGA specialist on accurate returns handling. Coordinate inbound shipments with the Logistics Lead and Production Lead. Consolidate racking and bins and band, palletize, and shrink wrap as needed to prep space for inbound equipment. Identify new storage and space-allocation needs based on stock levels and implement solutions with the warehouse team. Maintain 5S on the flatbed dock, yard, and staging areas, including disposal of dunnage, banding, and packaging waste. Support cycle counts and inventory accuracy in the receiving and raw material areas. Assist the warehouse as needed when shipping/receiving work is complete or during downtime. Other duties as assigned; duties and respons…