The posting
Job Description
We are looking for a talented Plant Shipping & Receiving Specialist supporting our 2nd Shift to join our team specializing in Logistics for our Cummins Drivetrain & Braking Systems Business Unit facility in Maxton, NC.
Under minimal supervision, the Plant Shipping & Receiving Specialist coordinates operations through interaction with operations management. Coordinates activities for different areas like Inbound, Outbound, Kitting, etc. based on direction from Operations management.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Create a safer workplace by proactively identifying hazards, stopping work when serious risks are present, reporting incidents promptly, and leading HSE awareness and training efforts.
- Promote a culture of accountability and teamwork by looking out for coworkers, encouraging safe behaviors, and helping ensure compliance with all HSE standards, procedures, and regulations.
- Support environmental responsibility by recognizing the environmental impact of daily operations and taking actions to minimize waste and reduce negative impacts.
- Protect product quality and customer satisfaction by following standard work instructions, performing quality checks, identifying discrepancies, and preventing non-conforming material from moving through the process.
- Improve operational efficiency by accurately receiving, sorting, labeling, storing, and managing inventory to optimize warehouse space and material flow.
- Ensure reliable customer delivery by operating warehouse equipment safely and efficiently to pick, pack, and ship products correctly and on time.
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance safety, quality, processes, equipment reliability, material flow, and employee development.
- Strengthen overall team performance by communicating effectively, supporting training completion, maintaining an organized work environment, collaborating with support teams and skilled trades, and remaining flexible to meet changing business needs.
Responsibilities
To Be Successful in This Role, I Will Need To:
- Build strong partnerships and collaborate effectively with warehouse teams, transportation partners, support functions, and customers to achieve shared operational goals.
- Communicate clearly and proactively to ensure shipping priorities, inventory needs, operational issues, and customer requirements are understood and addressed promptly.
- Maintain a strong customer focus by delivering accurate, timely, and cost-effective solutions that meet customer expectations and support business objectives.
- Make sound and timely decisions by evaluating operational data, transportation options, inventory requirements, and business priorities to keep work flowing efficiently.
- Drive results consistently by meeting warehouse performance metrics, shipping schedules, inventory accuracy targets, and service commitments, even during periods of high demand.
- Demonstrate accountability by taking ownership of commitments, following through on responsibilities, and ensuring operational standards are met safely and effectively.
- Commit to continuous learning and self-development by seeking opportunities to strengthen warehouse, logistics, trade compliance, and leadership capabilities.
- Apply transportation and mode selection knowledge to choose the most effective shipping methods that balance cost, quality, service, and delivery requirements.
- Leverage trade compliance knowledge by following applicable trade regulations and company processes to minimize risk, support compliance, and reduce unnecessary costs.
- Maintain strong inventory control practices by ensuring inventory accuracy, managing stock effectively, and utilizing established inventory control methodologies to meet customer expectations.
- Utilize warehouse operations expertise to efficiently manage inbound and outbound processes, warehouse systems, and operational tools while meeting established performance metrics.
- Value diverse perspectives and experiences by fostering an inclusive environment where different ideas, backgrounds, and approaches contribute to better decision-making and improved business results.
Education, Licenses, Certifications:
- High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
- A two year University degree from an accredited program in Business, Engineering or a relevant field of study preferred.
- This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Experience:
- Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience in a related field such as logistics, warehousing and third party logistics provider management.
Qualifications
Base Rate: $17.75 - $23.25/hr
Shift Premium: $1.00/hr
About Us
Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.



