Shipping Clerk

Jetro Restaurant Depot; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 44,083,000 - 63,370,000; Full time

Job summary

Jetro Restaurant Depot is seeking a Shipping Clerk-DC in Houston, TX. The role involves checking drivers in/out, planning picks and loads, and processing outbound paperwork using a warehouse management system.

Attention to detail, multitasking, and accurate documentation are essential. Responsibilities include ensuring timely driver check-ins, coordinating with the Shipping team, following safety procedures, and compiling outbound manifests.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year similar experience.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, vendors and buyers.
• Ability to calculate figures, and amounts such as ti x hi, total cases per pallets and units per case
• Computer literate
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to company values and strong customer orientation.
• Can use the general functions of a warehouse management system.

Responsibilities

• Understands the general function of a warehouse management system (WMS) and can follow work instructions well.
• Ensure drivers are checked in timely and with professional communication.
• Communicates and works well with the Shipping team.
• Follows all safety procedures.
• Plans picking and processes orders in the Warehouse Management System expediently, accurately and timely.
• Plans outbound loads and processes them in the Warehouse Management System expediently, accurately and timely.
• Ensures product has been audited before loading and is loaded on the correct outbound load
• Ensures outbound loads meet optimal cube and weight requirements.
• Accurately and efficiently compiles outbound manifests and scans into the system.
• Communicates any potential shipping concerns to branches and works with them to resolve issues timely.
• Escalates issues, Warehouse Management System problems and process opportunities to Assistant Branch Manager in a timely manner.
• Makes sure that low stock/out of stock or other inventory related concerns are communicated to the Inventory Controller.
• Performs additional duties, responsibilities and projects as assigned.
• Supports Distribution Center cleanliness, organization and success.

Skills

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Strong communication

Customer orientation

Team collaboration

Tools

WMS software

Job description

Position Summary

The Shipping Clerk is directly responsible for checking drivers in and out, planning picks, planning loads and processing outbound paperwork. Warehouse Management Systems experience, detail orientation, multi-tasking and accurate paperwork are critical to success in the role.

JOB DETAILS

Position Title: Shipping Clerk-DC

Department: Shipping

Supervisor: Shipping Manager-DC

FLSA: Non-exempt (Paid by the hour)

Position Summary

The Shipping Clerk is directly responsible for checking drivers in and out, planning picks, planning loads and processing outbound paperwork. Warehouse Management Systems experience, detail orientation, multi-tasking and accurate paperwork are critical to success in the role.

Essential Functions

• Understands the general function of a warehouse management system (WMS) and can follow work instructions well.
• Ensure drivers are checked in timely and with professional communication.
• Communicates and works well with the Shipping team.
• Follows all safety procedures.
• Plans picking and processes orders in the Warehouse Management System expediently, accurately and timely.
• Plans outbound loads and processes them in the Warehouse Management System expediently, accurately and timely.
• Ensures product has been audited before loading and is loaded on the correct outbound load
• Ensures outbound loads meet optimal cube and weight requirements.
• Accurately and efficiently compiles outbound manifests and scans into the system.
• Communicates any potential shipping concerns to branches and works with them to resolve issues timely.
• Escalates issues, Warehouse Management System problems and process opportunities to Assistant Branch Manager in a timely manner.
• Makes sure that low stock/out of stock or other inventory related concerns are communicated to the Inventory Controller.
• Performs additional duties, responsibilities and projects as assigned.
• Supports Distribution Center cleanliness, organization and success.

Education, Experience And Skills Required

• Minimum 1-year similar experience
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, vendors and buyers.
• Ability to calculate figures, and amounts such as ti x hi, total cases per pallets and units per case
• Computer Literate
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to company values and strong customer orientation.
• Can use the general functions of a warehouse management system.

Physical Requirements

• Lift/Carry Abilities (measured for maximum or average load)
• Lift – 50 lbs
• Carry strength (50’ or less) – 50 lbs
• Frequent lift/carry (> 12x/hour) – 50 lbs
• Constant lift/carry (> 30x/hr) – 20 lbs
• Physical Aptitudes (rated based on level of skill involved)
• Agility/dynamic balance 80-100%
• Finger dexterity – 80-100%
• Manual dexterity – 80 – 100%
• Posture Tolerance (rated based on frequency or time involved)
• Stand/walk – constantly
• Reach above shoulder level – occasionally
• Twist/turn head – occasionally
• Bend over/stoop – occasionally
• Climb steps/ladder – occasionally
• Kneel/squat - occasionally

Work Environment

• Ambient temperature Distribution Center
• Occasional interactions outside with loading carriers

Acknowledgement

I fully understand the responsibilities and qualifications required for this job. Furthermore, I find that I am capable of performing the required functions.

Job Ref #: 7401d7ad-400d-4eab-9007-599c6f7b5d04

Date Posted: 2026-09-22