2nd Shift Shipping & Receiving Clerk

UFP Industries, Inc; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Shipping and Receiving Clerk to oversee the coordination of incoming and outgoing shipments. In this vital role, you will ensure compliance with DOT regulations, manage shipping documentation, and assist in loading and unloading materials. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in shipping practices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a dynamic environment. Join a company that values teamwork and offers opportunities for growth in the logistics sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience in shipping and receiving or related areas.
• Working knowledge of standard DOT concepts and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and schedules all outbound loads with sales and production.
• Verifies shipping documents and records discrepancies.
• Maintains proper documentation of incoming and outgoing shipments.

Skills

Shipping and Receiving

DOT Regulations

Documentation

Excel

Lumber Math

Forklift Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Summary
The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for coordinating the incoming and outgoing shipment of material. Prepares paperwork and material for shipment and reviews paperwork of incoming material.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinates and schedules all outbound loads and coordinates with sales and production.
• Determines proper loading order and placement of product.
• Verifies shipping documents and records any discrepancies.
• Set up all loads to be shipped via common carrier with outside freight companies.
• Coordinates routing of orders and dispatches carrier with orders and appropriate delivery instructions consistent with customer receiving times.
• Ensures all internal/external paperwork meets all Universal as well as DOT regulations and procedures.
• Documents any shortage on orders, investigates reasons for occurrence and informs sales and admin of the shortage.
• Takes and acts upon all calls for tracing and/or expediting orders.
• Maintains proper documentation and records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• May assist with loading and unloading material from trucks or carts.
• Prepares various reports and correspondence as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma/GED
• Minimum 6 months of experience in shipping and receiving or related areas.
• Working knowledge of standard DOT concepts, regulations, practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of proper loading techniques, weight limitations, and company procedures.
• Working knowledge of Excel, word and Outlook.
• Basic knowledge of lumber math, lumber grades and species.
• Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process.
• Preferred understanding of company policies, practices and procedures.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.