Shipping Clerk

PWT; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Shipping Clerk to manage inventory and oversee shipping and receiving functions. This full-time role involves performing detailed inventory management tasks, utilizing EAM software, and ensuring accurate shipping processes. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to lift up to 50lbs, and a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized storeroom. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school degree required; college preferred.
• Experience with vendor/customer relations and detailed numerical info.

Responsibilities

• Oversee shipping and receiving functions, ensuring accuracy.
• Maintain inventory and perform physical counts as needed.

Skills

Inventory Management

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication Skills

Forklift Operation

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Degree

College or Secondary Education

Tools

EAM Software

Computerized Maintenance Management System

Job description

The Shipping Clerk performs all aspects of inventory management. They oversee all shipping and receiving functions. This position is full time, 8 hr shifts, Mon-Friday. The shift is 7:00am -3:30pm with possible overtime.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Perform inventory and special-order receiving functions, including:
  • Checking parts and packing slips against purchase orders
  • Check for shipping damage
  • Receiving items in EAM software and download goods receipts into teams
  • Labeling and placing parts in designated locations (inventory parts and special- order items)
  • Communicate receipt of special-order items to the requestor
• Perform shipping functions including:
  • Packaging repair parts and items for shipment (boxes, pallets, etc.) May involve building packaging, boxes, etc.
  • Coordinate shipping functions including bill of ladings.
  • Inputting purchase requisitions
  • Inputting repair parts in the repair parts log
• Maintain accurate inventory including:
  • Manage parts issue check lists (issues and returns)
  • Perform physical spot counts and reconcile as needed
  • Facilitate complete quarterly inventory counts and reconcile as needed
  • Issue parts from storeroom to work orders and cost centers in EAM
• Input time and corrective action to work orders and close work orders
• Occasional pickup and delivery of purchase and repair parts
• Organize inventory items in logical sequence
• Perform in depth analysis of inventory obsolescence and duplicates
• Maintain clean and orderly storeroom
• Assist maintenance planner and purchasing manager as needed
• Able and willing to train others
• Other duties as assigned
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent attendance record
• Excellent safety record
• Good performance record
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Must be able to operate a small forklift to move items to/from storage areas
• Must be able to lift 50lbs

Office and Plant environment

Physical Demands

Constantly- standing, walking, sitting, bending/crouching, reaching, pulling and pushing. List and carry 1-15lbs

Frequently- climbing, Lift and carry up to 50lbs

Required Education and Experience

• High school degree (College or secondary education preferred)
• Experience with vendor or customer relations.
• Experience organizing detailed numerical information using computers

Preferred Education and Experience

• Prior inventory management experience in an industrial environment
• Experience with a computerized maintenance management system

Additional Eligibility Requirements

Must be eligible to work in the United States