Shipping & Receiving Associate

Shipping & Receiving Associate

Location:Saratoga Springs, NY
Job Type:Full-time
Schedule:Tuesday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM (1-hour lunch)
Wage:Competitive pay based on experience
Benefits:Health insurance, 401(k) match, PTO

About Ninth Planet Beverage Solutions

Ninth Planet Beverage Solutions is acontract beverage packaging companylocated inSaratoga Springs, NY. We specialize inbeverage blending, can filling, and secondary packagingwith a focus onquality, creativity, community, and craft.

We love unique flavors and twists on tradition, and we’re a collaborative, passionate, and fun-loving team that values work-life balance. Join us, and you’ll get to sample all the drinks we produce!

Position Overview

Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and has a strong work ethic? We’re seeking a Shipping & Receiving Associate to oversee inbound and outbound shipments, assist with inventory organization, and provide support to our production team as needed.

Our facility operates a busy and compact loading dock, and this role is crucial to maintaining efficient and safe operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive inbound deliveriespromptly and accurately; unload, sort, and stock materials.
• Verify shipmentsusing Bill of Lading (BOL) or packing slips and log incoming goods, including all necessary certifications.
• Track inventoryof ingredients, packaging supplies, and finished products
• Scan Certificates of Analysis (COAs) and maintain digital documentation
• Monitor, trace, and update the status of all incoming and outgoing shipments
• Notify appropriate teams of damaged or expired ingredients
• Keep the loading dock area clean, safe, and organized
• Maintain daily production logs and accurate counts of inventory
• Safely operate a forklift (must be certified or willing to obtain certification)
• Support production line operations as needed
• FollowGood Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)andSafe Quality Food (SQF)standards
• Promote and maintain a“Safety First”mindset in all tasks.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of shipping and receiving experience
• 2+ years of forklift operation experience
• Experience in abrewery, winery, distillery, orfood/beverage productionstrongly preferred
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain one promptly)

Skills & Abilities

• Ability tolift 50 lbs repeatedlyand stand for long periods
• Tech-savvy: comfortable withGoogle Workspace(Docs, Sheets, Drive) and in-house communication tools
• Strong written and verbalcommunication skills
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
• Adaptable and willing to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Comfortable with evolving production needs and priorities

Work Schedule

• Tuesday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM (1-hour unpaid lunch)
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• 100% employer-paid individual health insurance
• 3% employer match on 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunity to grow with a mission-driven, collaborative team
• Beverage sampling perks!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ninth Planet Beverage Solutions is proud to be anEqual Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status.