Shipping Clerk

EBSCO Health; Vincent (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits starting from day one

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A leading merchandising solutions provider located in Vincent, AL is seeking a Shipping Clerk. This full-time position requires managing finished product inventory and maintaining shipping records while ensuring timely dispatch. Candidates should have at least one year of warehouse experience, mathematical proficiency, and communication skills. The role offers competitive pay and benefits, with an emphasis on teamwork and operational efficiency. Join a company that values an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year’s experience in a warehouse setting.
• At least six months’ experience as a shipping clerk.
• Intermediate computer skills, including data entry and basic spreadsheet use.
• Capable of reading methods and procedures and composing reports in the correct format.
• Able to assist with unloading containers, including repeatedly lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products are prepared and dispatched promptly.
• Keep precise records of all shipped inventory.
• Assist with physical inventory activities.
• Backup to material handler and assist with physical inventory counts.
• Ensure timely and accurate communication with forklift operators and drivers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Mathematical proficiency

Forklift operation

Team player

Tools

Mainframe data entry

Spreadsheet

Word processing

Job description

Vulcan Industries, a division of EBSCO industries, has been providing merchandising display solutions for over 75 years. We take pride in our diverse customer base which includes some of the world’s best known retailers and brand marketers. With domestic and off-shore manufacturing, as well as sales offices in key markets across the country, we offer global solutions in today’s global economy.

We are currently looking for a Shipping Clerk. This full-time position is located at our Vincent, AL warehouse. We offer competitive pay and benefits starting from day one. Vacation and sick leave accrue beginning with your first paycheck.

Job Summary

Compiles and maintains finished product inventory and shipping records in global shop system. Arranges for transport of finished product according to requirements established by sales service personnel. Maintains daily, weekly, monthly and annual shipping reports in spreadsheet format for sales and accounting purposes. Serves as backup to department material handler operating material handling equipment as needed. Assists with physical inventory activities. Maintains housekeeping in work area. Also serves as backup to supervisor.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure products are prepared and dispatched promptly.
• Keep precise records of all shipped inventory.
• Communicate clearly with forklift operators, truck drivers, supervisors, and the project manager.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the office.
• Collaborate as a team player, offering assistance whenever and wherever it is needed.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of one year’s experience in a warehouse setting.
• At least six months’ experience as a shipping clerk.
• Proficient in performing the four basic arithmetic operations with decimals and fractions.
• Capable of reading methods and procedures and composing reports in the correct format.
• Able to assist with unloading containers, including repeatedly lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must communicate clearly and effectively.
• Possess intermediate computer skills, including mainframe data entry, basic spreadsheet use, and word processing.
• Ability to operate a stand-up forklift or a willingness to learn this skill.
• Compiling and maintaining accurate records of finished product inventory
• Coordinating the timely transportation of outgoing shipments
• Performing precise computer data entry tasks
• Assisting in conducting physical inventory counts
• Operating material handling equipment safely and efficiently
• Consistently reporting to work punctually and reliably

Vulcan Industries is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vulcan Industries strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Vulcan Industries complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.

Nearest Major Market: Birmingham
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