Shipping Clerk

Federal Signal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Signal in Houston, TX is seeking a warehouse associate to pull, stage, pack and ship parts daily, reviewing orders and updating the MRP system. You’ll prioritize workload, ensure accurate documentation, and help keep inventory visibility accurate.

Requirements include a high school diploma, at least 1 year of related experience, ability to use hand tools, basic computer skills, and knowledge of shipping terminology. Bilingual is preferred. This role emphasizes safety and 5S practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with basic shipping terminology.
• Able to use hand tools.
• Proficient with MRPs or manufacturing software.
• Basic computer skills including email.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily review of the Parts Order report and prioritize shipping.
• Pull, stage, pack and document parts for shipment.
• Identify discrepancies in availability or location and resolve.
• Determine packing methods to protect parts.
• Load trucks and document transactions per procedures.
• Identify stock replenishment needs when levels are low.
• Inspect forklift and perform basic maintenance; report issues.
• Prepare and ship completed units with necessary documentation.
• Verify inventory status in software.
• Cross-train in Machining and Assemblies as needed.
• Maintain 5S compliant work area and report maintenance issues.
• Follow safety and PPE requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Requires the ability to stand, walk, and reach.

Skills

Shipping terminology knowledge

Hand tools

MRP software

Basic computer skills

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MRP software

Job description

Key Activities/Responsibilities

• Daily review of the Parts Order report, print pick list and prioritize work load to determine shipping objectives;
• Pull parts, stage in designated shipping area, update appropriate software to reflect actions and pack parts for shipment;
• Identify potential discrepancies in availability or location of parts requested and work with appropriate personnel to resolve;
• Determine and use appropriate packing methods to ensure parts are secured for shipping and minimize damage to part;
• Load trucks and document transactions in accordance with established procedures;
• Identify and request replenishment of stock when levels are nearing or below the threshold reorder level;
• Inspect and perform fork lift audit at the beginning and end of shift. Perform routine maintenance on fork lift as required, Notify appropriate personnel of any issues;
• Create, assemble, and input documentation/transactions necessary to prepare, package and ship completed units
• Use appropriate software system to verify status of inventory;
• Cross-train in other areas of operations, including Machining, Small Assembly and Large Assembly and be willing to work in these areas as needed;
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area complying with all 5S initiatives and advise Shipping Manager of any maintenance problems that may need to be resolved;
• Follow and comply with all safety and personal protective equipment requirements;
• Perform other related duties as assigned;
• Requires the ability to stand, walk, and reach to a significant degree.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Minimum of 1-year related work experience
• Understanding of basic shipping terminology and basic carpentry.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Basic computer skills, including email and manufacturing resource planning (“MRP”) software
• Bilingual preferred

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Functional Expert:Considered a thought leader on a subject

Team Player:Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented:Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter:Inspired to perform without outside help

Goal Completion:Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Flexibility:Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

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