Sr. Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Together We Saves Lives by Innovation!  

The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems!  We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets.  We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide.  Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries.

Our team is passionate about the automotive industry, dedicated to delivering quality and innovation for the future. We support lifelong learning and offer resources that help our team members establish a strong, solid foundation. We aim to promote from within, providing excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Our talented team is hardworking and dedicated to keeping people safe. We foster a collaborative, open culture; as a global business, we encourage our team members to communicate and collaborate with colleagues worldwide. As our operations continue to grow, we are always seeking top talent to join our winning team.

Senior Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Shipping & Receiving Clerk to oversee daily shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material handling operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive forklift experience, a strong understanding of warehouse logistics, and experience handling and shipping hazardous materials in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and company requirements. Experience with Class 9 hazardous materials is required, and Division 1.4 hazardous materials experience is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform all shipping and receiving activities.


• Verify incoming shipments against packing slips, purchase orders, and bills of lading.


• Prepare outbound shipments, including packaging, labeling, and documentation.


• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.


• Load and unload trucks while ensuring product integrity and safety.


• Maintain accurate inventory records and perform cycle counts.


• Process shipments using shipping software systems.


• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, and company safety requirements.


• Prepare and review hazardous materials shipping documentation.


• Properly package, mark, label, and store hazardous materials.


• Coordinate with carriers, vendors, and internal departments to resolve shipping discrepancies.


• Maintain organized warehouse and storage areas.


• Train and assist junior shipping and receiving personnel as needed.


• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.


• Minimum 5 years of shipping, receiving, warehouse, or logistics experience.


• Minimum 3 years of forklift operation experience.


• Current forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.


• Experience handling and shipping Class 9 hazardous materials.


• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and hazardous materials regulations.


• Experience preparing shipping documents, bills of lading, and carrier paperwork.


• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and inventory/shipping software.


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a warehouse environment.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling Division 1.4 hazardous materials.


• Hazmat shipping certification or training.


• Leadership or supervisory experience in a warehouse environment.


• Experience with inventory control and cycle counting programs.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting.


• Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment.


• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures.


• Ability to lift, move, and transport materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.


• Health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Paid time off and holidays.


• 401(k) with company match.


• Training and professional development opportunities.

Preferred Candidate Profile: Experienced shipping and receiving professional with strong forklift skills, demonstrated hazardous materials handling experience, and the ability to maintain compliance while supporting a fast-paced manufacturing or distribution operation. Division 1.4 hazardous materials experience is highly desirable.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate in any employment or employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Joyson Safety Systems does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need JSS immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, OPT, etc.) now or in the future. 

“Joyson Safety Systems manages its recruitment processes internally. We do not accept resumes or profiles submitted by external agencies or headhunters that do not have an approved service agreement through the Joyson Safety Systems Purchasing department.

Any resumes sent to any employee of our organization without an approved contract will be treated as public information and will be considered free of charge. We will not recognize any fees or assume any financial responsibility arising from the hiring of candidates whose profiles have been submitted to Joyson.”