Shipping and Receiving Clerk (ISSA)

Vectrus; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics solutions is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Clerk responsible for managing incoming goods, ensuring accuracy in shipments, and maintaining records. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to operate various equipment in a dynamic warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a forklift license.
• Experience in storage and warehouse functions.
• One year of forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical and physical tasks in shipping and receiving.
• Verifies correctness of incoming shipments.
• Operates equipment such as forklifts.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Teamwork capability

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to prioritize

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

The Shipping/Receiving Clerk is responsible for receiving and unloading incoming goods, verifying goods with documentation, and processing the documentation in accordance with local policies.

Responsibilities

Major Job Activities

• Performs clerical and physical tasks in connection with shipping goods and receiving incoming shipments.
• May direct and coordinate the activities of other workers engaged in handling goods to be shipped or received.
• Verifies the correctness of incoming shipments by comparing items and quantities unloaded against bills of lading, invoices, manifests, storage receipts, or other records.
• Verifies that orders are accurately filled by comparing items and quantities of goods gathered for shipment against DD Form 1348 documents.
• Ensures shipments are properly packaged, identified with shipping information, and loaded into transporting vehicles.
• Prepares and maintains records of goods shipped, e.g., DD Form 1348, bill of lading.
• Checks for damaged goods.
• Operates equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, or stand-up lifts.
• Ensures goods are appropriately identified for routing within the establishment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unaided and 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as masks, safety vests, steel or composite shoes/boots, gloves, hard hats, and eyewear in designated areas.
• Must be able to walk on uneven ground and work at various sites, standing for 6-8 hours daily.
• Work requires continuous walking, standing, and sitting.

Working Environment

• Operate in warehouse and outdoor environments.
• Work on uneven ground and at various sites, with prolonged periods of standing.
• Extensive interaction with customers.
• Adhere to company work rules.
• May be exposed to extreme weather conditions and work during nights, weekends, and holidays under strenuous conditions.
• Duties may involve outdoor work with potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain a forklift license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Successful passing of a pre-employment drug screen.

Experience

• Experience in storage, warehouse functions, and computer support systems related to requisition, receipt, storage, and issue processes.
• One year of forklift experience preferred.

Skills

• Proficient in using computers and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and interact effectively at all levels in a fast-paced environment.
• Work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and procedures.
• Customer service orientation.
• Teamwork capability.
• Proficient in counting and recording numbers for documentation.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values contributions of each individual. Our shared Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility enable us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and succeed globally. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, or disability.