Shipping Clerk

Cérélia North America; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cérélia North America is seeking a Shipping Clerk – Frozen Foods to accurately prepare, verify, and process outgoing shipments in a temperature-controlled environment. The role emphasizes product quality, inventory accuracy, and compliance with food safety regulations across multiple shifts.

The position requires attention to detail, ability to work in cold conditions, and collaboration with warehouse teams and transport partners to ensure on-time deliveries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year shipping/warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience in food distribution or cold storage environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process shipping documents (bills of lading, packing slips, invoices).
• Verify product quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates before shipment.
• Pick, pack, label, and stage frozen food products for distribution.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff and transportation providers to ensure timely deliveries.
• Maintain accurate shipping and inventory records in warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, FDA, USDA regulations).
• Monitor freezer temperatures and report discrepancies.
• Inspect shipments for damage and ensure proper cold chain handling.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts (if certified).
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.
• Assist with inventory counts and cycle counts as needed.

Skills

Shipping docs knowledge

WMS/ERP/Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Cold environment work

Communication & teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS software

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Shipping Clerk – Frozen Foods is responsible for accurately preparing, verifying, and processing outgoing shipments of frozen food products. This role ensures product quality, inventory accuracy, and compliance with food safety and cold chain regulations while working in a temperature-controlled environment.

1st Shift - M-F, 6AM until 2:30PM
2nd Shift - M-F, 2PM until 10:30PM

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process shipping documents (bills of lading, packing slips, invoices).
• Verify product quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates before shipment.
• Pick, pack, label, and stage frozen food products for distribution.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff and transportation providers to ensure timely deliveries.
• Maintain accurate shipping and inventory records in warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, FDA, USDA regulations).
• Monitor freezer temperatures and report discrepancies.
• Inspect shipments for damage and ensure proper cold chain handling.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts (if certified).
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.
• Assist with inventory counts and cycle counts as needed.

Work Environment

• Temperature-controlled frozen storage environment (typically -10°F to 0°F).
• Physically demanding role requiring lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout shifts.
• May require early morning, evening and occasional weekend, or holiday shifts.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of shipping/warehouse experience preferred.
• Experience in food distribution or cold storage environment preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of shipping documentation and procedures.
• Basic computer skills (WMS, ERP systems, Microsoft Office).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in cold environments for extended periods.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Certifications (Preferred but not required):

• Forklift certification.
• Food safety training (HACCP knowledge).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to work in sub-zero temperatures.
• Manual dexterity for labeling and documentation.