Shipping Clerk

Panasonic Corporation of North America; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Panasonic Corporation of North America in Leawood, KS is seeking a Shipping Clerk to manage incoming and outgoing shipments, prepare items for dispatch, and support the shipping department’s daily operations. The role requires attention to detail, strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to lift 10–70 lbs, and proficiency with Windows and basic computer systems.

You will document shipments, select methods, and coordinate with carriers.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift 10–70 lbs.
• Willingness to learn new applications.

Responsibilities

• Examine contents and compare with records to verify accuracy.
• Prepare documents such as bills of lading and shipping orders.
• Document shipping discrepancies as they occur.
• Determine shipping method for materials using procedures, routes, and rates.
• Receive incoming and ship outgoing materials.
• Pack, seal, label, and affix postage for shipments.
• Maintain and organize the shipping area.

Skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Learn new applications

Independent & team work

Lift 10–70 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Shipping software

Job description

Overview

The primary responsibility of the Shipping Clerk is to handle incoming and outgoing shipments and assist in the overall functions of the shipping department. Duties include assembling boxes, addressing packages, unpacking and receiving merchandise, preparing items for shipment, arranging for the transportation of product, and shipping merchandise or material.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Examine contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming or outgoing shipments


• Prepare documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders to route materials


• Document shipping discrepancies as they occur


• Determine shipping method for materials, using knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates


• Receive incoming and ship outgoing materials, products, or supplies


• Perform repetitive work to stuff or load products, parts, or merchandise into designated packages, boxes, or containers


• Use Styrofoam, paper, plastic, or other materials to pack containers


• Deliver or route materials to appropriate departments


• Contact carrier representative to make arrangements and to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials


• Pack, seal, label, and affix postage to prepare materials for shipping


• Requisition and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock


• Use computer based system to enter/record required data


• Maintain the shipping department in clean and orderly manner


• Miscellaneous daily tasks including parts department support and/or clean-up activities


• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or the equivalent


• Possess good organizational and decision-making skills


• Effective communication skills


• Detail-oriented


• Working knowledge of Windows


• Ability to learn new applications and programs


• Must be able to lift and/or move objects with a weight of 10 to 70 lbs


• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Benefits & Perks – What’sInItForYou

Panasonic is committed to supporting your total wellbeing through a wide variety of benefits and wellness programs to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social health. Here’s what you can expect:

• Health Benefits– Medical,dental, andvision.


• Voluntary Benefits– Life, accident, critical illness, disability, and pet insurance.


• Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP)– 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.


• Paid Time-Off Benefits– PTO, holidays, and volunteering (company sponsored events)


• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs– EAP, virtual health management (Teledoc), Lifestyle program, Diabetes Management (Livongo), Mindful by Blue KC, and A Healthier You program. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.

We Take Opportunity Seriously:

At Panasonic, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

The wage range of$17.00- $18.00 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are activelylookingor starting to explore new opportunities,

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic.