Shipping Clerk

Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Performs a variety of shipping and receiving clerical tasks. Compares identifying information on incoming and outgoing shipments with purchase orders, packing lists, shipping reports, or other documents, and moved material around the warehouse and loads trucks using a forklift. 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Shipping/Receiving  
  • Prepares shipments for UPS/FedEx, DHL, LTL trucks and whole trucks. 
  • Prepares labels as needed (shipping, box, barcode, and warning) for shipping and return to stock. 
  • Receive incoming freight into ERP.  
  • Operates office machinery.
  • Operate forklift 
  • Assists with cycle counting
  • Place finished goods into appropriate bin locations within Global system.
• Backup Responsibilities  
  • Prepares Daily Shipment Paperwork.  
  • Ship orders in the computer system that have been prepared.  
  • Prepares and prints bill of lading. to ensure quantity, destination and etc. are accurate 
  • Export documentation and logistics, as needed
  • Schedules inbound and outbound trucks as necessary  
  • Perform inbound inspections as required.  
  • Maintains files. 
  • Traces lost shipments and customer claims of lost shipments; initiates proof of delivery documentation

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Previous shipping/receiving clerk/coordinator experience preferred. 
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing, 6S and efficiency improvements. 

EDUCATION &/or CERTIFICATIONS:

• High school Diploma or GED

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE &/or SKILLS:

• Ability to measure and weigh. 
• RF scanner and ERP/MRP experience preferred. 
• Proficiency in basic mathematical skills to include addition, subtraction, multiplication and fractions to be able to calculate square footage, etc. 
• Must be able to read a ruler to within 1/16 of an inch and accurately use a calculator, to measure and calculate. Computer      proficiency with MS Office. 
• Forklift certification required.
• Strong commitment to performing tasks with a safety first attitude. 
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25lbs and on occasion lift and/or move up to 50 lbs with or without the use of material handling equipment, stand or walk for extended periods of time, utilize computer and telephone, operate office equipment.

• OTHER  DUTIES:
  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.