Shipping Clerk

Description

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking shipping clerk who can operate a forklift and oversee the shipping department. The ideal candidate will have experience in a warehouse or shipping environment and be able to work well in a fast-paced environment. The primary responsibilities of this role include packaging and shipping packages (FedEx, UPS, LTL, Courier). 

This position is 9am-5:30pm with occasional weekend and overtime work. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to load and unload goods from trucks
• Move items within the warehouse using a forklift
• Wrap pallets using shrink wraps and straps to prepare them for shipping
• Processing FedEx and UPS shipments
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment
• Keep track of inventory and ensure that all items are stored properly
• Assist with shipping and receiving tasks as needed
• Comply with all safety regulations and company policies

Requirements

Qualifications – Education, Experience, License/Certifications:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Printing/Packaging Industry
• Forklift operator experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to accurately sort, count, and verify items received.
• Basic understanding of loading dock and warehouse procedures.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and/or inventory software to maintain records, input data, and create reports. Ship station experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Mobility: Ability to stand, walk, and move around the warehouse for extended periods, including during an entire shift.
• Strength: Ability to lift, carry, and move packages and materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly. Occasionally lift or move items exceeding 50 pounds with assistance or equipment.
• Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of hands and fingers for operating forklifts, using shrink wrap tools, and handling shipping and packaging materials.
• Visual Requirements: Ability to read and verify shipping labels, inventory documents, and computer screens.
• Hearing and Communication: Ability to hear and respond to verbal instructions, alarms, and sounds in a warehouse environment. Effective verbal communication skills for coordinating with team members and drivers.
• Environmental Tolerance: Ability to work in a warehouse environment that may involve exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, and moving machinery.
• Postural Activities: Frequent bending, crouching, kneeling, and reaching to load or unload goods, wrap pallets, or organize inventory.
• Coordination and Precision: Ability to safely operate forklifts and handle materials without damaging items or equipment.
• Cognitive Requirements: Ability to maintain focus, follow safety protocols, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.