Job Summary: The Shipping and Receiving Clerk verifies and maintains records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment while meeting quality and productivity standards.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Supports the shipment of finished goods and the receipt of goods and supplies used in production or storage.
- Unpacks, examines, and routes incoming shipments; rejects damaged items; records shortages; and works with shippers to resolve damages and shortages.
- Receives and processes defective parts returned for replacement or credit.
- Performs computer functions necessary to track various aspects of goods.
- Arrange carrier pick-ups based on customer purchase orders and shipping instructions.
- Operates lift trucks or hand trucks to move or hoist materials to proper departments or areas.
- Operates stretch wrap banders.
- Helps maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
- Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
- Maintains a clean and orderly work area and follows prescribed safety regulations.
- Makes pick-ups and deliveries to suppliers for parts and raw materials using a company van.
- Upholds company safety, personnel, and quality requirements.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Technical capacity and ability to perform computer functions related to shipping and receiving.
- Initiative, thoroughness, and effective time management skills.
- Communication proficiency.
- Ability to read and write English, follow verbal instructions, and use basic math.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Forklift operation capability; in-house certification may be provided.
- Familiarity with software programs used in this role is preferred.