Shipping Clerk

Kelly Services; Illinois; On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 51,577,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Shipping Clerk for our client in Frankfort, IL. This contract-to-hire position offers potential for permanent hire after 3-6 months. Experience using UPS WorldShip is required.

You will manage outbound shipments, inventory, cycle counts, packing, and documentation, while maintaining a clean warehouse and supporting general duties.

Shifts are Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, with pay between $17 and $18 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Computer skills and MS Office proficiency.
• Good math and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process and receive outbound orders shipped via UPS and LTL carriers.
• Position inventory in correct warehouse locations and track freight movement.
• Maintain accurate documentation for every shipment and perform cycle counts.

Skills

MS Office

Math

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

UPS WorldShip

Forklift

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Shipping Clerk – Contract-to-Hire

Location: Frankfort, IL

Company: Kelly Services

Contact: [e-mail] | Call Nancy at 630-506-8757

Available Shifts & Pay:

Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm

$17/hr – $18/hr, depending on experience

Position Overview:

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Shipping Clerk for our client in Frankfort, IL. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity—successful candidates may be offered a permanent position after 3-6 months, depending on performance and attendance. Candidates must have experience using UPS WorldShip.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and receive all outbound orders shipped via UPS and LTL carriers
• Position inventory in the correct warehouse locations
• Record and track freight movement
• Accurately maintain cycle counts and inventory records
• Pull stock for orders using daily BOL bundles or bulk pick lists
• Sort, pack, and palletize orders as required
• Maintain accurate documentation for every shipment, self-checking and QC requesting as needed
• Receive inbound freight; inspect for accuracy and report damages or discrepancies
• Notify management of any order issues or inventory shortages
• Replenish shipping supplies and notify manager as needed
• Pick and assemble product assortments
• Assist with cycle counts and review shipping orders
• Unload containers and assist with warehouse duties as assigned
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and organized warehouse at all times

Requirements:

Experience with UPS WorldShip is required

• Computer skills and working knowledge of MS Office programs
• Forklift experience is required
• Warehouse or distribution experience preferred
• Small package handling and shipping experience is preferred
• Good math and organization skills
• Mechanical aptitude is a plus
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly, bend, stand, and perform physical tasks for extended periods
• Self-starter, able to multitask and work in a fast‑paced environment

Why Kelly?

• Job stability with potential for permanent hire
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and career advancement
• Supportive work environment that values employee development
• Learn more about Kelly employee benefits

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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