Shipping Clerk

BK Technologies Corporation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Health, Life and Long-term Disability Insurance

Annual and Sick Leave

Holidays

401K Matching Contribution

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Education Reimbursement Assistance

Job summary

BK Technologies Corporation in El Paso, Texas seeks a Shipping Clerk to oversee outgoing shipments and maintain inventory accuracy. The candidate will prepare orders, ensure documentation, and optimize material flow. A high school diploma and 4 years of experience in shipping and receiving are required.

Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, 401K matching, and education reimbursement. The role requires physical stamina for standing and lifting, with an emphasis on Lean Manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in shipping & receiving and/or inventory control.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Verify and keep records of outgoing shipments.
• Prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and improve it.
• Lead daily 5S activities.
• Prepare shipping documentation.

Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications

Ability to operate stock picker and forklift

Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience

Excellent written and verbal communication

Detail-oriented and organized

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Epicor MRP system

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

The Shipping Clerk verifies and keeps records of outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment by performing the following duties to quality and productivity standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Daily guidance of receiving, storing, packing, and shipment of product.
• Prepare customer orders for shipment including packaging and using UPS/FEDEX systems.
• Ensure appropriate material / inventory levels (max/min) to meet customer demand; Monitor, reports, and improve inventory accuracy.
• Develop and implement visual controls for inventory level management.
• Initiates & completes applicable transactions within the Epicor MRP system.
• Lead daily 5S activities.
• Identify areas of material waste and other activities that add costs to operations.
• Facilitate and promote improvement programs which reduce inventory and overall cycle times.
• Optimize material flow throughout facility by evaluating Value Streams and implementing layout/process improvements.
• Verify incoming / outgoing shipment accuracy vs. Sales / Purchase Orders and resolves discrepancies that are identified.
• Prepare documents for shipping (Bill of Lading, Packing List, Customs Invoice, Hazardous Materials, etc.).
• Plan shipment schedules to meet both internal & external customer delivery expectations.
• Ensure proper identification, receipt & storage of Haz-Mat/DG materials.
• Pick product always following FIFO (First-in-First-Out) logic.
• Expedite delivery of critical items to the customer and operations area.
• Coordinate with supervisor if errors are found.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Proficient with various Microsoft Office Applications; Demonstrated ability to use a Business system (ERP) to complete planning, receiving and shipping transactions.
• Able to operate a stock picker, forklift, and pallet jack; obtain forklift in-house safety certification.
• Lean Manufacturing (or Six Sigma) experience; Experience managing material flow via use of Kanbans.
• Possesses excellent written, verbal communication, and people skills.
• Very detail-oriented, accurate and organized.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications:

• High School and 4 years of experience in shipping & receiving and/or inventory control.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Standing – must be able to work on feet for long periods of time
• Lifting – must know how and be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Handling – air powered stapler, pallet jack
• Reaching – supplies for shipping
• Carrying - supplies for shipping and shipping products
• Walking – to various areas in building
• Able to lift 100 pounds using a hand truck
• Able to tolerate working from heights
• Operate a PC and other office equipment
• Travel between floors and office buildings may be required
• Environmental conditions: noise, vibration, oils, solvents, chemicals

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Health, Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Holidays
• 401K Matching Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Education Reimbursement Assistance

BK Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religious creed, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, and/or protected veteran status.

The Equal Opportunity Clause of 41 CFR 60-1.4 and the affirmative action clauses of 41 CFR 60-741.4 are hereby incorporated by reference as though fully set out herein.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).