Shipping Clerk III

IDEX Corporation; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEX Corporation in Denver seeks a Warehouse Associate III, Level 3 to perform advanced warehouse operations including receiving, put-away, and shipping. The role emphasizes inventory accuracy, JDE/ERP usage, and mentoring lower-level associates.

Responsibilities include cycle counting, discrepancy reconciliation, and ensuring safety while operating material handling equipment. The position reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and offers a path for growth within a global company.

Qualifications

• Equipment certification required.
• Proficient with warehouse data systems (e.g., JDE or other WMS).
• Demonstrated leadership traits and strong communication skills.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced warehouse operations and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Conduct daily cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies in JDE/ERP systems.
• Process inbound/outbound shipments, including labeling and routing.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklifts/reach trucks) for put-away.
• Provide on-the-job training to Level 1 and 2 associates on safety and procedures.
• Support process improvements and KPI tracking for operations.

Skills

Equipment Certification

Technology

Leadership

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

JDE

WMS

Job description

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses (https://www.idexcorp.com/our-businesses/business-segments/) around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Warehouse Associate III, Level 3, is an advanced individual contributor role responsible for the highest level of accuracy and efficiency in receiving, storing, and distributing materials, WMS/ERP usage, and inventory management. As a senior team member, this role requires proficiency in operating all material handling equipment, championing safety first behaviors, conducting inventory audits, daily cycle counting, JDE MRP location updates, scheduling, monitoring, and shipping outbound orders, and training of lower-level associates. The Warehouse Associate, Level 3, manages receiving and shipping operations including inbound shipment movements from receiving docks to designated respective storage racks using advanced material handling equipment, and MSDS verification; auditing, scheduling, monitoring, and shipping outbound customer orders. This role serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all Level 1 and Level 2 warehouse functions, maintaining advanced proficiency in each area. Supports departmental and business continuity needs by performing Level 1 and Level 2 responsibilities as required.

REPORTING TO:

Warehouse Supervisor

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs advanced level warehouse operations:
• Inventory Accuracy :Execute Daily Cycle Counts (e.g., Random Cycle Counting Method) to maintain inventory integrity.
• Reconciliation :Investigate inventory discrepancies found during counts, reconcile discrepancies in JDE (adjustments/transfers), and perform necessary root cause countermeasures (RCCM).
• Shipment processing in JDE\MRP operating environments including routing, label printing and confirmation for complicated customer specific shipments.
• Order reconciliation, printing, prepping, distribution, scanning and problem-solving.
• Cross-departmental collaboration through email, messaging and in person communication with a focus on urgency and customer-first mentality.
• Receiving Operations
• Inbound Logistics: Receive materials, verifying quantity and quality against purchase orders (PO) and packing lists.
• Put-away: Operate forklifts and reach trucks to safely move incoming raw materials and finished products from receiving docks to assigned storage racks or designated staging areas.
• JDE Receipt Processing: Promptly enter received quantities into JDE to update inventory availability and support MRP demand.
• Damage Reporting: Identify and report damaged, incorrect, or missing items (QN/Discrepancy Reporting).
• Training & Mentoring: Provide on-the-job training and mentoring to Level 1 and Level 2 Warehouse Associates on:
• Safety protocols and operating procedures. Act as the primary point of contact during supervisor absence.
• Inventory Movement and Control: Materials and finished products movement, regular cycle counts, inventory discrepancies reconciliation, and root cause analysis and countermeasures to maintain accurate inventory records in WMS/ERP systems.
• Shipping & Receiving: Receive, inspect, and process high-value or hazardous materials; verify shipment accuracy against purchase orders and enter data into company software.
• Picking, Packing, Loading and all other functions associated with Outbound processes.
• Serves as floating and backup coverage for above mentioned areas.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect items for defects and damages, ensuring compliance with OSHA, ISO, or GMP standards.
• Process Improvement: Recommend improvements for warehouse layout or workflows to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs. Support optimization improvements.
• KPI Tracking: Assist leadership with operational reporting
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job successfully.

• Equipment Certification: Valid forklift and/or pallet jack certification (required).
• Technology: Proficient knowledge of warehouse data systems (e.g., JDE or other WMS software).
• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership traits, peer respect, and strong communication skills.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently and stand for long periods.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs):

• Inventory Accuracy (>99%)
• Cycle Count Accuracy
• Receiving to Put-away Cycle Time
• JDE Data Entry Accuracy
• Efficiency: Meeting or exceeding daily production goals.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• 3–5+ years of warehouse experience, with proven proficiency in inventory control, Shipping and Receiving operations required.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $46,700.00 - $70,100.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer

IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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Job Family

Operations

Business Unit

Band-It