Shipping Clerk

• All aspects of shipping / receiving / inventory (packaging, shipping methods, computer operations, shipping company forms, and procedures)
  


• Manage all packing of items through shipping via UPS, FedEx, USPS, LTL, and others. Assure compliance with purchase order requests and requirements from customer base.
  


• Comply with all quality assurance procedures and document item counts prior to shipping.
  


• Report any discrepancies (packaging, condition of items, counts, paperwork, materials, etc.)
  


• Expedite transfer of paperwork to and from the front office and coordinate shipping of jobs in a timely manner.
  


• Verify correct items with correct paperwork and confirm correct shipping address is on packing slip and on shipping label before any items are shipped.
  


• Verify company Purchase Orders to material received.
  

Requirements

Requirements

Shift is Monday through Friday 7:00am – 4:00pm (flexible). The position routinely interacts with customer support, office personnel, production staff, vendors, and external resources. Limited after-hours communication may be required.

Skills

• Computer skills; Accurate data entry and knowledge of office programs, ex. Word, Outlook, etc.
  


• Familiarity of ShipStation a plus
  


• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize workload
  


• Work well under pressure to meet deadlines
  


• Able to work independently
  


• Strong eye for detail and accuracy
  

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 pounds.
  


• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, kneel, crawl, talk, and hear
  


• Reach with hands and arms
  


• Use computer and possess visual acuity essential to examine and prepare documents
  

Experience & Education

• Any experience in a shipping and receiving or order pulling position is a plus
  


• High school diploma or equivalent required
  

Benefits

Salary & Benefits

Hourly rate $17-$20/hour commensurate with experience. First shift with flexibility. Benefits include health, dental, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401k with company match, direct deposit, profit sharing, anniversary bonuses, paid vacation days, paid holidays, and more. Dog-friendly work environment.

Learn more at https://www.plumgroveinc.com/about/careers/.

About Plum Grove

Plum Grove Inc.™ empowers businesses to connect with the world, tell their story, build their brands, and promote growth through custom print media solutions. Plum Grove has more than 1 million ways to market your business with a diverse product array including printed items, promotional products, trade show booths, mailing services, web-to-print websites and marketing consulting. With more than 40 years of history and experience, and an average employee tenure of more than 15 years, Plum Grove prides itself on both its powerful force of seasoned experts and the strong family values that are the foundation of its culture. The company has been honored for Business Excellence and earned the Illinois Governor’s Pollution Prevention Award, recognizing innovation in environmental protection with green-friendly, sustainable manufacturing practices.