Shipping Clerk

polaris; Battle Ground (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a Shipping Clerk to perform various duties ensuring on-time and accurate shipping. You will pack products, prepare shipments for domestic and international orders, and assist with palletizing and labeling in a production warehouse environment.

The role requires forklift operation, attention to detail, and the ability to work with shipping software to generate documentation. The position is based in Battle Ground, WA with a 4/10 schedule and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills including AS400, Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint and UPS Worldship preferred.
• Strong communication and detail-oriented abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Pack a wide range of products for domestic and international shipments.
• Identify priority orders and select cost-effective shipping methods.
• Assist with picking, palletizing, labeling, and loading shipments.
• Operate forklift and pallet jack safely following procedures.
• Document shipping activity and communicate with other departments.

Skills

AS400

Excel

SharePoint

Forklift

Communication

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

UPS Worldship

Job description

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Job Description

Performs various shipping duties accurately and efficiently to help meet and exceed on - time shipping, shipping accuracy and shipping efficiency goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Pack s a wide range of products using proper shipping materials and techniques to ensure all items are protected during shipping for both domestic and international shipments
• Identifies orders that require priority shipping and utilizes most appropriate cost effective methods (NDA, Ground, FTL, etc )
• Assists with picking orders, stacking product on pallets, wrapping pallets, applying shipping labels, loading trucks, kitting, and pick zone replenishment process.
• Communicates with other departments regarding challenges affecting the shipping department , priority shipments, or shipped products
• Processes orders accurately and in a timely manner using shipping software, genera ting required documentation for the selected shipping method.
• Follows forklift and powered pallet jack safety procedures including but not limited to pre trip , proper charging, operating , and warehouse barricading.
• Puts and picks pallets from warehouse racking using forklift
• Partner with l ogistics and other departments on carrier changes , late pick ups , and troubleshooting problems
• Assist other departments with one time shipping needs including ensuring proper documentation is completed including any hazmat declarations
• Assist with truck unloading and storing parts in appropriate locations
• Monitor and document shipping errors
• Create and send Daily Shipping Summary Report
• Follows all company protocols, attendance policies, HR requirements and safety procedures
• Maintains a safe, clean working environment.
• Sends advanced shipping notice to customers who require them, providing necessary information on the pending shipment using EDI, spreadsheets or e-mail.
• Schedules pickups when necessary, including full truck and LTL pickups providing all necessary shipping documentation, communicating delivery details to the customer when required and logging relevant information
• Documents current processes and suggest s process improvements
• Maintain and update data and records in shipping software , coordinating with other teams when necessary
• Invoices orders producing all necessary packing slips, shipping labels, package identification labels, and documentation as required by customer, order type, and shipping method.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned by the supervisor

Skills & Knowledge

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Basic c omputer skills - experience with AS400, Excel, Word, Outlook, Share P oint , UPS Worldship desired
• Communication skills - ability to communicate and work well with others
• Accuracy-minded and detail-oriented
• Must be able to prioritize workload , work under pressure , and meet deadlines
• Must be able to operate a forklift safely indoors and outdoors
• Previous s hipping experience desired

Physical Requirements

• This job requires you to lift up to 40 lbs , bend, twist, turn, kneel, squat, reach overhead, perform strong pinch and grip, push-pull up to 100 lbs , and stand/walk up to 10 hours per day .

Work Environment

A large percentage of work time is spent in a production warehouse where temperatures range from warm to cool and noise level can be moderate to high.

Work Schedule

The Battle Ground, WA location shipping department operates on a 4/10 work schedule Monday - Thursday, with occasional mandatory overtime on Fridays or weekends as needed.

The pay range for this position in Washington State is $21.01 to $25.71. Individual pay within those ranges is determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Visa sponsorship will not be provided. To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

Base Pay Range

$21.01 - $25.71

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE.

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultat