Shipping Clerk, 2nd Shift

GH Metal Solutions; Fort Payne (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

GH Metal Solutions in Fort Payne, AL, is seeking a Shipping Clerk to ensure accurate shipments and efficient material flow. You will prepare shipments, process receipts, and move materials between processes, while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Forklift experience is a plus and candidates should be proficient with the MS Office suite.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping/receiving.
• Attention to detail and following instructions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare paperwork for shipments (BOL, manifest, dock audits, etc.) ensuring product identification matches in terms of weight, piece counts, identified parts, packaging requirements, and method of delivery.
• Determine method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
• Accurately create labels and shipping paperwork (BOL, manifest, dock audits, etc.) and affix shipping labels on packaged product.
• Operate forklift to move product/shipments.
• Record the proper information on required process paperwork, charts, check lists, or other control sheets.
• Upload shipping related documentation to systems and file any hardcopies as needed to ensure compliance.
• Maintains a professional demeanor when interacting with internal and external customers and represents the organization in a positive manner.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety standards and adheres to all safety policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Performing other duties or functions as requested by management.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Shipping/Receiving

Communication

Attention to detail

Product knowledge

Organization

Basic Math/Blueprints

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Summary

The Fabrication job family ensures an environment of continuous improvement exists in the organizations production processes, operating procedures and workflows in order to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction. General areas of responsibility include ensuring smooth production flow and perform product inspections. The clerk will be responsible for preparing shipments and shipping documentation, processing material receipts, and facilitating material movement between processes and facilities.

POSITION PURPOSE:This position is accountable for maintaining inventory counts and quality control procedures for outgoing product shipments.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Medium/Heavy work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Prepare paperwork for shipments (BOL, manifest, dock audits, etc.) ensuring product identification matches in terms of weight, piece counts, identified parts, packaging requirements, and method of delivery.
• Determine method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
• Accurately create labels and shipping paperwork (BOL, manifest, dock audits, etc.) and affix shipping labels on packaged product.
• Operate forklift to move product/shipments.
• Record the proper information on required process paperwork, charts, check lists, or other control sheets.
• Upload shipping related documentation to systems and file any hardcopies as needed to ensure compliance.
• Maintains a professional demeanor when interacting with internal and external customers and represents the organization in a positive manner.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety standards and adheres to all safety policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Performing other duties or functions as requested by management.

Required Skills

• Strong sense of time organization and urgency
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member
• Experience in shipping/receiving preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with problem solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and follows instructions.
• Knowledge of products and services of the company.
• Must be organized and be able to multi-task in a professional and efficient manner.
• Basic Math Skills and understanding of blueprints is required.
• Basic Knowledge in Microsoft Suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)