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Warehouse Receiving Process Compliance Checklist

Ensure seamless warehouse operations & avoid costly errors with our comprehensive checklist. Streamline your receiving process, verify compliance, and optimize inventory accuracy - all in one easy-to-use template.

This Template was installed 3 times.

Pre-Receiving Documentation

1 of 10

Verifying Advance Shipping Notices (ASNs) and Purchase Orders (POs) for accuracy and completeness.

ASN Received Date

ASN Document

ASN Number

ASN Status

PO Number

Notes on PO Review

Receiving Area Preparation

2 of 10

Ensuring adequate space, equipment, and personnel are available for receiving.

Available Dock Space (sq ft)

Number of Receiving Personnel

Equipment Availability (Forklift, Pallet Jacks, Conveyor)

Lighting Condition

Last Area Cleanliness Check

Notes on Area Condition

Arrival & Dock Assignment

3 of 10

Properly assigning dock doors and verifying carrier paperwork.

Dock Number Assigned

Carrier Arrival Confirmation

Scheduled Arrival Date

Actual Arrival Time

Dock Assignment Status

Carrier Representative Signature

GPS Coordinates of Arrival

Goods Inspection & Verification

4 of 10

Checking for damages, shortages, and verifying contents against shipping documents.

ASN/PO Quantity Received

Actual Quantity Received

Condition of Goods (Upon Arrival)

Description of Damages (If Applicable)

Discrepancies Found (Select all that apply)

Upload Photo Documentation (Damage/Discrepancy)

Lot Number/Serial Number (If Applicable)

Labeling and Marking

5 of 10

Ensuring correct labeling and marking of received goods.

Labeling Standard Compliance

Number of Labels Applied Per Unit

Marking Information Included

Example Label Image (Reference)

Label Material Type

Any Special Marking Instructions

Inventory Update & Putaway

6 of 10

Updating inventory records and appropriately putaway received goods.

Quantity Received

Condition of Goods

Lot/Serial Number Verification Status

Putaway Location

Time of Putaway

Notes on Putaway (e.g., special handling)

Discrepancy Resolution

7 of 10

Following procedures for resolving any discrepancies found during receiving.

Discrepancy Type

Quantity Discrepancy ( +/- )

Detailed Description of Discrepancy

Supporting Photo/Document

Resolution Method

Resolution Date Requested

Supplier Communication Notes

Documentation & Record Keeping

8 of 10

Maintaining accurate receiving records and supporting documentation.

Receiving Date

Receiving Time

ASN Number

PO Number

Scanned Receiving Document

Receiving Notes/Comments

Discrepancy Resolution Status

Receiver Signature

Safety & Security

9 of 10

Adhering to safety protocols and security measures during the receiving process.

Dock Door Security Check Completed?

Number of Visible Security Cameras Operational

PPE Usage Verified (Select all that apply)

Location of Security Incident (if applicable)

Time of Security Patrol Check

Security Personnel Signature

Equipment Maintenance & Calibration

10 of 10

Ensuring receiving equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.

Last Calibration Date (Scales)

Calibration Result (Scales)

Last Maintenance Date (Forklifts)

Maintenance Notes (Forklifts)

Barcode Scanner Functionality Check

Last Inspection Date (Conveyor Belt)

Serial Number (Barcode Scanner)

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