Shipping Clerk

Merchants Distributors, Inc. (MDI); Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a diligent Shipping Clerk to join their team. This role involves performing essential administrative tasks, including data entry and inventory management, while ensuring accurate order processing. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced warehouse environment, demonstrating strong problem-solving and organizational skills. You will be part of a collaborative team, coordinating with various departments to ensure seamless operations. With a focus on customer service and effective communication, this position offers a great opportunity to contribute to the efficiency of the company while enjoying competitive benefits.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

Employee Assistance Program

401K

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently in a high-volume warehouse environment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cubes and releases store orders by route as indicated on the Route Sheet.
• Verifies item quantity on-hand and communicates with supervision.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Data Entry

Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

The Shipping Clerk is primarily responsible for performing administrative and clerical tasks within the department, including data entry, record-keeping, validation of random weights, ensuring accuracy of inventory levels, and monitoring order selection.

A Few Benefits Of Working at W. Lee Flowers

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K

Responsibilities

• Cubes and releases store orders by route as indicated on the Route Sheet.
• Processes shorts / chases and directs Chaser in accordance with established procedures.
• Verifies item quantity on-hand and communicates with supervision to ensure product is not inbound prior to scratching.
• Processes routes for invoicing after loading is completed.
• Answers incoming phone calls and directs callers to the appropriate personnel or department.
• Coordinates with other departments to ensure integrated shipments.
• Manages the office workflow to support selectors, checkers, and other departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the manager, within the scope of the role and with proper training, as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; work experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a high-volume, time-sensitive warehouse environment with limited supervision.
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule if required.
• Ability to work in all warehouse climates.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with supervision and co-workers.
• Sense of urgency, confidentiality, and adaptability to changing environments.
• Strong math, problem-solving, organizational, and phone etiquette skills.
• Experience with data entry, ten-key, and proficiency in Windows, Word, and Excel is preferred.