Shipping Clerk

TriMas Corporation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Rapak LLC is hiring a Shipping Clerk to manage daily outbound shipments from its Indianapolis site. You will prepare bills of lading, packing lists, labels, and customs paperwork when needed, and track deliveries with carriers.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and experience in shipping/logistics. Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office is preferred, with strong attention to detail and communication skills essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in shipping, logistics, or warehouse coordination.
• Familiarity with shipping software and carrier portals (UPS, FedEx, etc.).
• Experience using ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and sit or stand for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, and monitor daily outgoing shipments to meet timelines.
• Prepare shipping documents such as bills of lading and packing lists.
• Communicate with carriers to arrange pickups and track deliveries.
• Communicate effectively with leaders across organizational levels.
• Verify and inspect outgoing shipments for accuracy and packaging quality.
• Maintain accurate shipping records in inventory or ERP systems.
• Collaborate with Customer Service, Warehouse, Production, and Quality to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with shipping regulations and company policies.
• Monitor inventory levels of shipping supplies and request replenishment.
• Support warehouse functions such as receiving and order fulfillment when necessary.
• Participate in audits and assist with process improvements.
• Assist with customer service tasks as needed.
• Crosstrain in all warehouse functions.

Skills

Shipping coordination

Logistics experience

Carrier communications

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina (lift 50 lbs)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Shipping software/carrier portals

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Shipping Clerk

Company: Rapak LLC

Primary Location: 6907 Coffman Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46268 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type:Hourly | Full-Time

Function: Manufacturing Production / Distribution

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, and monitor daily outgoing shipments to meet customer and company timelines
• Prepare shipping documents such as bills of lading, packing lists, shipping labels, and customs paperwork (if applicable)
• Communicate with carriers (UPS, FedEx, freight, etc.) to arrange pickups, resolve issues, and track deliveries
• Communicate effectively with leaders across all organizational levels
• Verify and inspect outgoing shipments for accuracy, packaging quality, and order completeness
• Maintain accurate shipping records in inventory or ERP systems
• Collaborate with Customer Service, Warehouse, Production, and Quality departments to resolve shipping discrepancies, address delivery concerns, and manage return processes in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensure compliance with shipping regulations and company policies
• Monitor inventory levels of shipping supplies and request replenishment as needed
• Support warehouse functions such as receiving and order fulfillment when necessary
• Participate in periodic audits and assist with continuous process improvements
• Assist with customer service tasks as needed
• Crosstrain in all warehouse functions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience in shipping, logistics, or warehouse coordination
• Familiarity with shipping software and carrier portals (UPS, FedEx, etc.)
• Experience using ERP systems a plus
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and sit or stand for prolonged periods of time

Compensation

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the expected pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00.

Compensation can vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, competencies, and geographic location. Some roles may qualify for extra incentives like equity, commissions, or other variable performance-related bonuses. Further details will be provided by our recruiting team during the interview process.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees)
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time)
• Retirement Program
• Other Voluntary Benefits