Shipping and Receiving Specialist

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Sterling Engineering
Professional engineering firm delivering technical recruitment, IT solutions & engineered project services.
Manage international shipping/receiving, ensuring compliance, documentation, and coordination.
21 days ago ago
$65,000 - $70,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Downers Grove, IL
Office Full-Time
Company Size
468 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering Project Services
Technical Recruitment
Information Technology Solutions
Product Design
Process Design
Machine Design
HVAC
Electrical
Sector Specialisms
Agriculture
Construction
Locomotive
Mining
Off-road Vehicle
Automation & Robotics
Utilities
Renewable Energy
Role
What you would be doing
process improvement
regulatory compliance
record keeping
domestic shipping
international shipments
discrepancy resolution
  • Identify and recommend process improvements to reduce errors and enhance compliance.
  • Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations, packaging standards, and customs requirements.
  • Maintain accurate shipping and receiving records; support physical inventory counts and reconciliations.
  • Support domestic shipping and receiving operations.
  • Coordinate and communicate with Engineering, Purchasing, and Project Management.
  • Prepare and execute international shipments, including packing, crating, labeling, and documentation.
  • Investigate and resolve shipping, receiving, and inventory discrepancies, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
What you bring
manufacturing
industrial
shipping regulations
compliance
5+ years
logistics
  • Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is required.
  • Strong knowledge of international shipping regulations and compliance requirements.
  • 5+ years of experience in international shipping, including hands-on packing, crating, labeling, logistics, and customs documentation.
Benefits

Salary: $65K–$70K

Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
$60.9M Revenue
Annual Revenues
Generated from engineering consulting and recruitment services.
90% Repeat
Client Retention Rate
Achieved through a unique ESOP structure focused on client success.
  • Founded in 1969 in Westchester, Illinois, the firm has evolved from a local recruiter to a national engineering and IT staffing company.
  • They combine engineering consulting and project services with a strong technical recruitment arm.
  • They deliver managed engineering teams and custom IT solutions for IoT, security, QA automation, and more.
  • They specialize in serving verticals like energy, utilities, life sciences, food & beverage, and manufacturing.
Culture + Values
50 Years
Established Success
The company's culture, creativity, and engagement have driven success over five decades.
  • Respect for employees, clients, partners, and our planet.
  • Foster both a top‑down and a grassroots approach.
  • Build trust between team members and other stakeholders.
  • Create workplaces where all are respected and everyone feels empowered to express their creativity.
Environment + Sustainability
293.76 kW Solar PV
Barkhamsted Facility Solar System
Installation of a large-scale solar photovoltaic system to reduce energy costs and environmental impact.
$1.6M Savings
Solar PV Electricity Savings
Projected cost savings over 20 years from the Barkhamsted solar PV system.
Net-zero by 2040
Emissions Target
A commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
  • Published 2025 Sustainability Report 'Building Tomorrow Today' highlighting sustainability‑focused initiatives and integration of environmental responsibility into operations.
  • Integration of EC3 tool for full project‑life carbon estimating (A1‑A5, B1‑B6, C1‑C4) enabling accurate embodied carbon assessments.
  • Commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions; measures include renewable energy integration, low‑carbon concrete, water conservation, and carbon footprint reduction.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Culture underpinned by respect and trust-building, striving for workplaces where everyone feels empowered to express creativity.
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Shipping and Receiving Specialist at Sterling Engineering in Downers Grove, IL