Shipping and Receiving Specialist

**About Us

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Geremarie is a modern, technology-driven manufacturer where advanced automation and skilled craftsmanship work side by side. From our vertically integrated facility in Lake Zurich, IL, we engineer and machine complex aluminum components for leading marine and recreation brands—delivering tight tolerances, fast turnaround, and consistent quality.

As a division of Patrick Industries, we’re connected to a wider manufacturing community that values quality, innovation, and forward-thinking operations. This alignment strengthens our commitment to improving our technology, refining our processes, and supporting the people who drive our work every day.

If you’re someone who shows up, takes ownership, and isn’t afraid to roll up your sleeves, this is the place you’ll grow.

**What You’ll Do

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• Prepare shipping documents (packing slips, BOLs, labels)

• Schedule and coordinate outbound shipments

• Receive and verify incoming materials; enter data into ERP (Global Shop or equivalent)

• Communicate discrepancies to Purchasing and Quality

• Operate forklift to load, unload, move, and stage materials

• Maintain accurate shipping, receiving, and inventory records

• Support cycle counts and inventory accuracy

• Assist drivers, vendors, and internal teams

• Follow safety, PPE, and warehouse procedures

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**What you Bring

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• High school diploma or equivalent

• 1–3 years shipping/receiving or warehouse experience preferred

• Forklift experience required (certification preferred or ability to obtain)

• ERP/data entry experience preferred

• Strong attention to detail and organization

• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment\

**Physical Requirements

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• Office and warehouse environment

• Regular forklift operation

• Occasional lifting up to 30 lbs

• Frequent walking and standing

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**Benefits

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• Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options with employer contributions

• Voluntary benefits: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, legal insurance, identity theft protection

• Company-paid and voluntary life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability

• Fitness reimbursements and wellness programs

• 401(k) with company match

• Tuition reimbursement

• Paid time off and holidays

• Pet insurance options

**Pay Range

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A reasonable estimate of the hourly pay range for this role is $20- $22 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.

**Equal Opportunity Employer:

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We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Should you require additional assistance, please call: 847-540-1154

You should be proficient in:

• Shipping/Receiving
• Loading and Unloading Vehicles
• Forklift Licensed
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Basic Computer Skills