Shipping Clerk

JM Eagle; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

JM Eagle is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Clerk to support the shipment and receiving of materials. You will perform clerical duties, prepare receiving reports, and coordinate with carriers to book loads. The role requires attention to detail and basic computer skills.

The position emphasizes maintaining accurate records, ensuring shipments conform to orders, and supporting warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; 1-2 years college or equivalent preferred.
• 3-5 years experience in related shipping/receiving field.
• Must be able to operate MS Word, Excel and Outlook; AS400 experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.

Responsibilities

• Type bills of lading and related forms.
• Photograph outgoing shipments and prepare receiving reports.
• Work with trucking companies to book loads for shipment.
• Maintain warehouse organization and housekeeping.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

1-2 years college or equivalent

3-5 years in related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

AS400

Job description

TITLE: SHIPPING & RECEIVING CLERKREPORTS TO: MOS/SHIPPING SUPERVISORDEPARTMENT: SHIPPING AND RECEIVINGGRADE:FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt _X_ Exempt _ _COST CENTER:SUMMARYTo help direct activities involved in the shipment and receiving of materials.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Perform all clerical type duties such as: type bills of lading and related forms, photograph outgoing shipments, prepares loaders check list, signs receipts and freight bills, prepares receiving reports and insures shipments conform to shipping orders.Works with trucking companies to book loads for shipment.Operates and is responsible for miscellaneous office and materials handling equipment such as computer, calculator, camera, and two wheel truck.Establish and maintain good working relations with employees.Has a thorough knowledge of all operations and equipment as well as the various types and sizes of plastic pipe products.Completes daily loading tickets for Shipping and Receiving departments.Teaches, advocates, and uses safe working practices and reports hazardous conditions at all times.Maintains good housekeeping program at all times.Fills out miscellaneous reports as necessary and conducts periodic inventory checks as required.Maintains efficient use of warehouse and storage facilities.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: NoneWORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Inside and outside environments apply.Subject to extreme cold, temperatures below 32 degrees for period of more than one hour.Subject to extreme heat, temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour.Subject to noise, causing reason to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.Subject to vibration, exposure fluctuating movements of the body.Subject to hazards such as moving machinery, electrical currents, falling debris, exposure to chemicals, gasses, high heat, or explosives. Subject to unregulated atmospheric conditions caused by odors, fumes, gases, poor ventilation, and dusts. Subject to oils and other cutting fluids.a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;}We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law.a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;}California law broadly prohibits discrimination based on additional categories such as gender expression, genetic information, and medical condition, which are included above.Including reasonable accommodation language is important under both the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the ADA.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh School diploma or G. E. D., 1-2 years college or equivalent experience. 3-5 years in related field. Must be qualified on subordinate jobs, material and equipment.COMPUTER SKILLSPossess intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Internet/Intranet and AS400 experience preferred.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as adding, subtraction, multiplying, dividing, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.REASONING ABILITYAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands 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.Sight capabilities to distinguish proper product identification as well as warning and operational indicators.Hearing capabilities to distinguish differences in warning alarm indicators and standard operation indicators.Sight capabilities to identify accuracy and neatness of required job assignments.Balancing to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching in all areas due to possible limited observation.Ability to verbally communicate either face to face or via telephone with other employees to accomplish all assigned job requirements.Hear and understand verbal communication whether it be face to face or via telephone.Ability to confirm by sight quality level of raw materials and products produced to determine acceptance and or denial of each.Lift 26-50 pounds and carry it up to 30 feet.Walking through, under and around equipment with a clearance of 30”.Activate and use telephone, computer, and calculator.Ability to feel objects, such as textures, size and shape and to determine temperature by touching of skin, primarily by that of finger tips.Ability to grasp office utensils and use them in accordance with a safe working manner so as not to injure oneself or fellow employees.