Receiving Warehouse Clerk

ABS Graphics Inc; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

ABS Graphics Inc. in Itasca, IL is seeking a Receiving/Shipping Clerk to manage the receipt, verification and distribution of materials within a busy warehouse. The role involves unloading shipments, matching paperwork to orders, and recording inventory movements daily.

You will work with Avanti, FedEx Ship Manager and UPS software, ensuring accurate PO receipts and timely updates to the team. Safety, PPE compliance, and physical endurance are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience with shipping/receiving procedures.
• Forklift certification and ability to recertify.
• Ability to read and interpret PO's, BOLs and packing slips.
• Proficiency with carrier software (FedEx/UPS) and warehouse systems.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and push/pull up to 750 lbs.
• Adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload incoming materials; verify against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Document discrepancies and notify supervisor or purchasing personnel.
• Record and track shipments, pulls, and inventory movements in the system.
• Operate forklift as needed; assist in loading/unloading in warehouse.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the receiving area and follow SOPs.
• Assist in ongoing warehouse tasks and process improvements.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Dispatch knowledge

Forklift certification

Safety awareness

Shipping documentation

Physical stamina

Visual acuity

Noise tolerance

Tools

Avanti

FedEx Ship Manager

UPS software

Job description

SUMMARY

Ensures and verifies receipt of materials and route to appropriate departments and locations. Perform various shipping, receiving and tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Arrive at work station at or before start of shift
• Monitor email traffic for new Purchase Orders from Purchasing Manager and print out Purchase Orders expected to deliver that day
• Receives and unloads incoming materials and compares information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment, compares paperwork with product for accuracy
• Inspects shipments for damages or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisor and/or purchasing personnel
• Sorts, counts, unpacks, separates, distributes items received (never open any packages addressed to any of the four owners)
• When applicable, receives in product through Purchase Order Receipts Program
• Makes copies of Purchase Order and receipt, originals sent to Accounting, one set of copies with product and one set of copies filed in Receiving
• Record all UPS/FedEx returns in digital log, email daily to Project Managers, Sales, Data Manager and Logistics Team
• Fill out UPS/FedEx/Messenger log, deliver product throughout ABS and have recipient sign off on log
• Monitor email traffic for Inventory pull request from the HelpDesk system
• Monitor the HelpDesk system Queue, looking for pulls that are partially complete with due dates to follow
• For inventory pulls, deduct the items from inventory through Shop Floor, mark as complete in the HelpDesk Queue (selecting close and email option so Requestor knows pull is complete), pull the items, deliver to correct location
• Notify supervisor if discrepancies are found in the inventory system when pulling the product
• Load UPS/FedEx trailers as needed
• May operate dolly, pallet jack, and/or forklift in loading and unloading supplies and equipment; may operate shrink-wrap machine; may assist in routine maintenance of equipment and shipping area; may lock warehouse
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety and environmental policies
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
• Work overtime as needed
• All other duties as assigned

Maintain department safety and housekeeping standards

• Put away empty skids
• Fill out checklists on all equipment used each day
• Notify supervisor of any injuries or "near misses"
• Stack, weigh, document recycling waste (cardboard, paper, plastic)
• Band old, odd size or damaged skid for disposal

QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic computer skills
• Experience with Avanti, FedEx Ship Manager and UPS software, drop and freight shipments
• Knowledge of transport dispatch and shipment scheduling
• Forklift certified and pass recertification
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations such as the use of required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) e.g. gloves, hearing protection etc.
• Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions as well as shipping documents e.g. BOL's and receipts
• Physical dexterity:
  • Ability to stand, walk lift, bend, twist and stretch throughout the shift
  • Ability to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
  • Frequently lift and handle average weight items and up to 75lbs and push or pull up to 750lbs with a pallet jack
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Tolerate a manufacturing environment with noise exposure to varying levels. (Hearing protection provided)
• Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises typically found in a warehouse environment.