Shipping Clerk

JOB SUMMARY:   

The Shipping Clerk is responsible for preparing, verifying, and shipping orders via package carriers (FedEx, UPS) as well as LTL and FTL shipments. This role ensures all shipments are accurate, properly documented, and loaded safely while maintaining detailed shipping records. The position works closely with warehouse and shipping teams in a fast-paced environment to meet daily shipping deadlines. Embracing and exemplifying Samsill’s values and corporate culture will be a critical success factor for this position. 

The culture strongly supports individuals who are highly motivated and goal-oriented and those who work collaboratively with other company leaders across all functions of the organization. Delivering quality products and providing excellent customer service while maintaining a safe, engaging work environment for our employees is critical. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

· Received goods from Finished Goods department and verify the quality and count of all items brought over by order pullers, checks against order pullers pick list, count and immediately reports discrepancies back to the order puller.

· Verifies and records all items loaded for shipments.

· Carefully and accurately maintain shipping records.

· Notifies supervisor of major discrepancies, over-shipments, or wrong picks.

· Prepares final copies for shipments.

· Processes shipments using carrier software (FedEx, UPS, etc.)

· Generates shipping labels, packing slips, and Bills of Lading (BOL) using ERP system.

· Transport on the shipping dock with a hand truck or other vehicle as needed.

· Load trucks by hand-stacking or other vehicles as needed.

· Performs other clerical duties.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 

· High School Diploma / GED.

· Forklift Certified or ability to be Certified.

· Ability to accurately sort, count, and verify items received. 

· Ability to meet shipping deadlines and work under time restrictions. 

· Understanding of shipping and warehouse procedures. 

· Good organizational skills and attention to detail. 

· Proficient computer skills, input data, Excel, etc. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and perform hands-on equipment maintenance.
• Stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Climb ladders, stairs, scaffolding, or platforms.
• Bend, squat, kneel, crouch, and crawl to access machinery.
• Good hand-eye coordination. 
• Distinguish colors on wiring or indicators. 
• Adequate hearing to detect abnormal machine noises or alarms. 
• Comfortable working in hot or cold environments.