Shipping and Receiving Clerk

thyssenkrupp Supply Chain Services; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Supply Chain Services in Elgin, IL seeks a Shipping and Receiving Clerk to accurately enter received materials into inventory and coordinate shipments. This role focuses on documentation, communication with internal/external parties, and handling damaged goods and returns on the warehouse floor.

Shift is Monday–Friday 10:00am–7:00pm with optional overtime on weekends; safety and compliance are emphasized, including pre-employment drug testing as applicable.

Qualifications

• Must have basic math and reading skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with ERP tools.
• Ability to communicate with plant staff and management.
• Experience with warehouse operations and forklift handling.
• Commitment to safety and accuracy in records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of items shipped and received.
• Oversee safe packaging of outgoing shipments.
• Process items for shipment per guidelines and procedures.
• Review shipping docs to determine priorities and methods.
• Ensure international shipment documentation compliance.
• Maintain professional communications with customers and suppliers.
• Perform administrative duties and follow safety policies.

Skills

Math & reading

Communication skills

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Equipment understanding

Forklift experience

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor, the Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for the accurate entry of materials and goods received into inventory. The ideal person will be informed and organized in documentation of transactions and thrives as a materials coordinator (Shipping, damaged goods, returns). The primary point of contact for all inquiries pertaining to shipments, orders and inventory.

Shift: Monday - Friday 10:00am - 7:00pm (optional overtime on weekends)

Key Accountabilities

• Maintain accurate records of items shipped and received.


• Oversees safe and reliable packaging of all outgoing shipments.


• Process items for shipment according to established guidelines and procedures.


• Review shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments, and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receiving schedules, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.


• Reviews all international shipment documentation to ensure it is compliant to applicable standards.


• Maintain timely, effective, and professional communications with all internal and external customers and suppliers.


• Responsible for effective record keeping, filing and other administrative duties as required.


• Must follow all company safety policies and procedures, and immediately report any and all accidents to a manager or supervisor.


• Other duties assigned by the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor.

This is a position that works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery.

Meets TKMNA Employee Attributes/Competencies. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. This position has been identified as \"safety sensitive\" by thyssenkrupp under applicable laws. Accordingly, any application for this position that is considered for employment with thyssenkrupp requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include testing for marijuana in accordance with any applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Basic math and reading skills


• Must possess strong written and oral communication skills.


• Must have basic computer skills.


• Interpersonal skills to communicate with plant manager, sales staff, and plant personnel.


• Demonstrates the ability to understand equipment and tolerances from past experience and successful past performance.


• Warehouse experience with forklift, packing and measuring.


• Safety Mindset

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred.


• Has some knowledge of metals handled in regard to proper staging, processing, packaging, and shipping


• First aid and CPR training


• Exposure to SAP, safety programs, ISO standards, and lean practices

Job Compensation

$23.00/hour

Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Life Insurance and Disability Voluntary Wellness Programs 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match Paid Vacation and Holidays Tuition Reimbursement And more!


• Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment.

Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.

For those requiring assistance completing the application or the application process and request information relating to the need for accommodation, please contact [e-mail].