Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Fortressllc; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortress Nutrition is seeking a 1st Shift Shipping & Receiving Clerk to join its Warehouse team. This role includes responsibilities for managing shipping logistics, coordinating with transportation companies, and ensuring compliance with client expectations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in supply chain logistics, with opportunities for overtime pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Double Pay for Overtime >50 Hours

Paid Time Off (PTO) Package

8 Paid Holidays

401K with Company Match

Affordable Insurance for Family

Quarterly Company Contribution to HSA

Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability

$1,000 Referral Bonuses – Uncapped

Qualifications

• 1+ year of previous experience in Supply Chain or Logistics required.
• Proficient with computers and technology.
• Ability to work in a dusty environment.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and route shipments based on customer requirements.
• Prepare documents for shipments and provide daily reports.
• Ensure compliance with retailer routing guides for shipments.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Fortress Nutrition is actively hiring for a 1st Shift Shipping & Receiving Clerk to work in on our Warehouse team.

Standard Schedule:
1st Shift (8:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday), OT and weekends as needed

Job Summary:Working as part of the Warehouse team and under the supervision of the Receiving Lead, the Shipping & Receiving Clerk is responsible for executing the scheduling, shipping, receiving, and tracking of truck orders for multiple clients. Working closely with the Warehouse team, this individual will ensure orders ship and product is received in accordance with clients and retailer expectations. This role supports cross-functional teams in the area of Supply Chain, QA/QC document requests, Account Management invoice reconciliations, logistics projects, and additional essential administrative tasks as directed.

What You’ll Do:

• Communicate daily with transportation companies and clients to route shipments via numerous systems
• Schedule and route LTL & TL shipments based on customer and retailer requirements
• Prepare documents for LTL & TL shipments (e.g., BOLs, commercial invoices, etc.)
• Provide daily shipment reports to the Warehouse Manager and Account Management team
• Review and understand retailer routing guides to ensure all shipment requirements are met
• Manage email communication systems and communicate effectively and timely with internal and external stakeholders
• Manifest, send ASNs, and record required data points for all outbound truck orders
• Physically inspect, document required data, and report data for all inbound shipments
• Develop and maintain an organizational system for order and shipping paperwork
• Partner with internal teams to problem solve and reduce inefficiencies in daily operations
• Proactively identify and help implement enhancements to transportation management processes to support a positive customer experience
• Complete special projects as assigned by Warehouse Supervisor, Operations Manager or Director of Operations
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by leadership

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1+ year of previous experience in Supply Chain/Logistics or Receiving Operations, including transportation and shipping operations required
• Previous Warehouse/3PL experience strongly desired
• Ability to use systems and technology to multi-task, manage time, and create efficiencies
• Proficient with computers/computer programs, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Demonstrated sense of urgency to handle situations with priority
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Previous experience working in food/beverage, dietary supplement, or pharmaceutical manufacturing is desired
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English
• Must be able to work in a dusty environment with exposure to food allergens (ex. dairy, soy, etc.)
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed is required
• Frequently required to stand; walk; talk or hear; reach above shoulders; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, pinch or touch objects, controls, tools or equipment; kneel, crouch and use foot/feet to operate machinery.
• Occasionally required to lift, carry, move, push or pull materials, product or equipment up to 50 pounds; bend at the waist; climb or balance.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Starting Pay $22.00-$24.00(based on experience)
• Double Pay for Overtime >50 Hours Per Week – AND Any Weekend Work!
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Package
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401K with GREAT Company Match
• Affordable Insurance For You & Your Family – Medical, Dental, and Vision
• HSA Medical Plan Option withQuarterly Company Contribution
• Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life & AD&D
• $1,000 Referral Bonuses –Uncapped!

Be the link that keeps our Supply Chain strong!If you’re organized, dependable, and ready to move fast – we want you on our team. Apply now and start your next career move with us today!

To apply for this position, please email your resume directly [e-mail].

Fortress Nutrition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.