Shipping Clerk

Triton Environmental Consultants, Ltd.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Triton Environmental Consultants, Ltd. is seeking a Shipping Clerk in Madison, WI to assist with inbound and outbound shipments, maintain accurate inventory records for the area, and track delivery dates.

The role involves preparing items for shipment and verifying details against orders and packing documents. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, proficiency with Microsoft 365, and familiarity with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to read and understand shipping documents and instructions.
• Proficient in basic computer software and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records for incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Prepare items for shipment.
• Check and compare item details, including counts, weights, and measurements, for incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Verify shipment information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.
• Track delivery dates and related shipment details.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by primary supervisor.

Skills

Microsoft 365

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

UPS WorldShip

FedEx Manager

Job description

Job Summary:

The Shipping Clerk assists with incoming and outgoing shipments, ensures that orders are filled correctly, maintains inventory records for the area, assists with daily stocking levels, and tracks delivery dates and other pertinent shipping information.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Maintain accurate inventory records for incoming and outgoing shipments.


• Prepare items for shipment.


• Check and compare item details, including counts, weights, and measurements, for incoming and outgoing shipments.


• Verify shipment information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.


• Track delivery dates and related shipment details.


• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by primary supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No direct reports.

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities of the employee. Duties,responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.


• Ability to read, speak, and understand both verbal and written instructions in English.


• Shipping experience with UPS WorldShip and/or FedEx Manager is preferred.


• Experience operating a forklift and pallet jack is preferred.


• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) is required.


• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems or willingness to learn.


• Organized self-starter with the ability to multitask.


• Able to work independently as well as part of a team.


• Ability to follow established product-handling procedures while complying with safety and electrostatic discharge (ESD) guidelines.


• Ability to coordinate with the Sales team to maintain on-schedule daily shipments.


• Professional communication skills for phone and email interactions.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, hear and talk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
  
  
  
  • Ability to stand in one area for long periods of time, with minimal breaks.
  
  
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. on a regular basis and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
  
  
  • Ability to lift, bend, stoop, and carry heavy objects.
  
  
  
  


• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  
  
  
  • Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risk, such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals.
  
  
  
  

General Sign-Off

The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence of company policies.