Senior Warehouse Associate - Traffic Clerk

022 Prime Distribution Services, Inc.; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Warehouse Associate – Traffic Clerk at C.H. Robinson seeks a dependable, detail‑oriented professional to safeguard assets and monitor facility traffic in a fast-paced environment.

You will implement procedures to minimize loss and report non-compliant behavior while coordinating with drivers and customers. The role requires experience in traffic clerk duties, familiarity with warehouse systems, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in traffic clerk related roles.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Prior data entry experience.
• Pre-employment drug screen required for warehouse roles.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Access all areas of the facility to inspect security measures.
• Able to walk long distances around the truck lot and facility.
• Able to sit at a desk and work on a computer.
• Work scheduled shifts as assigned.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to quickly grasp load numbers, driver information, and confirmations.
• Follow verbal and written directions from leadership.

Responsibilities

• Regulate all traffic entering and exiting the facility per procedures.
• Direct visitors and drivers to appropriate areas inside the facility.
• Input driver license information and seal numbers into the system.
• Report trailer conditions and temperatures on arrival/departure.
• Verify seal numbers and update yard management program accordingly.
• Coordinate special needs with customer supervision and management.
• Assign drop/pickup locations and record data in the customer system.
• Verify inbound/outbound shipments and align paperwork.
• Update customer system with pickup and delivery information.
• Assist Shipping/Receiving Clerk as needed.
• Monitor security cameras and screen visitors.
• Ensure building security by checking doors and entrances/exits.
• Serve as point of contact for emergencies.
• Maintain professional communication with drivers and team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety minded

Dependable

Verbal communication

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Position Summary

POSITION SUMMARY C.H. Robinson is seeking a Senior Warehouse Associate – Traffic Clerk. In this role you will play a vital role in safeguarding the company’s assets, our customers ‘goods, and the well‑being of our team. You’ll implement procedures to minimize loss, monitor facility traffic, and detect and report any non‑compliant or potentially harmful behavior. Our ideal candidate is dependable, reliable, detail oriented, and safety minded and can function in a fast‑paced deadline‑driven environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Regulate all traffic entering and exiting the facility, ensuring adherence to check-in/out and security procedures


• Direct visitors and professional drivers to appropriate areas within the facility grounds


• Complete accurate paperwork and input driver's license information and seal numbers into the system


• Report trailer conditions and temperatures upon arrival and departure


• Verify seal numbers on trailers and update yard management program accordingly


• Coordinate special needs with customer supervision and management


• Assign drop/pickup locations and record relevant data in the customer system


• Verify inbound and outbound shipments, matching paperwork and recording data


• Update customer system with pickup and delivery information


• Assist Shipping/Receiving Clerk as needed


• Monitor security cameras, screen visitors, and oversee building security


• Ensure building security by checking doors and monitoring entrances/exits


• Serve as a point of contact for emergency situations when necessary.


• Maintain professional and courteous communication with drivers and team members

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old


• Minimum 1 year of previous experience in traffic clerk related roles


• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems


• Previous experience with Microsoft Suite of Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)


• Previous data entry experience


• Applicants in a warehouse role must complete a pre-employment drug screen as part of a conditional job offer


• Must be able to lift (up to) 15 pounds at times


• Must be able to access all areas of the company’s property to inspect security measures


• Able to walk long distances, perimeter of truck lot, throughout facility, etc.


• Able to sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk and working on a computer


• Ability to work scheduled shift as assigned


• Preferred: High school diploma or GED


• Effective and flexible communication skills, verbal and written (handwriting is important)


• Ability to catch information (such as load numbers, driver information, confirmation numbers, etc.) accurately in a fast‑paced environment


• Ability to follow verbal and written directions given by leadership and/or trainers


• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. EOE\\Disabled\\Veteran

Compensation Range

Compensation Range $16.25 - $24.07 The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Benefits & Wellbeing

Your Health, Wealth and Self Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top‑tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Three medical plans which include Prescription drug coverage


• Enhanced Fertility benefits


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)


• Dental and Vision


• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance


• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability


• Paid observed holidays


• 2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees


• Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps.


• Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada


• Paid parental leave


• Paid time off to volunteer in your community


• Charitable Giving Match Program


• 401(k) with 6% company matching


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Learn more about our benefit offerings on our BENEFITS & WELLBEING page

Why Do You Belong at C.H. Robinson?

C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. With $22 billion in freight under management and 19 million shipments annually, we are one of the world’s largest logistics platforms and rank in the FORTUNE 200. We’ve been an innovator in logistics for over 100 years. Our global suite of services accelerates trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world’s economy. With the combination of our multimodal transportation management system and expertise, we use our information advantage to deliver smarter solutions for more than 90,000 customers and 450,000 contract carriers on our platform. Our technology is built by and for supply chain experts to bring faster, more meaningful improvements to our customers’ businesses. As a responsible global citizen, we contribute millions of dollars to support causes that matter to us and our people. FORTUNE has named C.H. Robinson one of the World’s Most Admired Companies 2024, showcasing our position as a leader in our industry. Our commitment to excellence is further affirmed by being named a Great Place to Work 2023-24 by the Great Place to Work Institute, one of Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity and one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2023 by Newsweek. Join us as we collaborate, innovate, and work as one global team to make life better and more sustainable for our customers, communities, and world. For more information, visit us at www.chrobinson.com.