Shipping Clerk

Gypsum Management and Supply; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a detail-oriented Shipping Clerk to join their dynamic team. This role involves verifying outgoing shipments, preparing items for delivery, and ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have experience in warehouse operations and a strong commitment to teamwork and safety. You'll be part of a supportive environment that values integrity and professional growth. If you're ready to contribute to a leading distributor of building materials and advance your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays & Vacation Days

Professional Growth Opportunities

Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Development & Training Programs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of warehouse experience required.
• Must be able to operate a forklift and Order Picker.

Responsibilities

• Verify and keep records on outgoing shipments.
• Prepare warehouse orders for shipping to ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain adequate supply of shipping materials.

Skills

Warehouse Experience

Forklift Operation

Basic Computer Skills

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide.

As part of the GMS family of companies, Capitol Building Supply (CBSI), has more than 30 yard locations throughout Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and the Washington, D.C. metro area. For years, builders, contractors, construction professionals and homeowners across the Mid-Atlantic region have turned to CBSI for the quality building materials they require. Through our partnership with the industry’s leading construction product brands, our network of yards, and our reliable delivery service, we’re able to honor our pledge to get the right products to customers as quickly and safely as possible.

For more information about our family of companies, please visit gms.com or cbsi.net.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with state and local law.

Position Summary

The primary function of the Shipping Clerk is to verify and keep records on outgoing shipments and prepare items for shipment by performing various duties to meet quality and productivity standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the shipment of goods and supplies to be used for sale to the Company’s customer base.
• Schedule pick-ups by carrier specified on customer’s purchase order.
• Maintain adequate supply of shipping materials at all times.
• Prepare warehouse orders for shipping to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• Refer discrepancies to supervisor and make recommendations as to appropriate action.
• Route orders according to procedure.
• Load trucks after routes are created.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Determine method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, route and rates.
• Assist as needed and as requested with Receiving and Production duties; cross training will be provided.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of warehouse experience.
• Ability to read English, add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions, both oral and written.
• Must be able to operate a forklift, Order Picker and Bendi.
• Basic computer skills (proficiency in Microsoft Excel preferred).
  
  

Core Competencies

• Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
• Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
• Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee is sometimes required to sit and climb or balance.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to ten pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to fifty pounds, and occasionally move more than seventy-five pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  
  

Required Cognitive Skills

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on tasks.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.
  
  

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Wellness Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Development & Training Programs
  
  

This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials

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