Shipping & Freight Specialist

PeopleReady; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleReady in Holland, MI is hiring Shipping Clerks to oversee the shipping dock, dispatch orders, verify picks, and manage shipping paperwork. The role requires forklift operation, data entry, and ensuring accurate shipments to meet customer expectations.

Shifts include 1st Shift (Day) with hourly pay of $18. You must be 18+, have strong organization and safety awareness, and be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly. Email [e-mail] for details.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of truck freight rates.
• Solid knowledge of safety policies and best practices.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage activities at the shipping dock to ensure safe and efficient freight loading.
• Dispatch incoming orders and assign them to the warehouse team.
• Verify the accuracy of orders picked by the warehouse team.
• Enter data such as addresses, quantities, and weights to complete shipping paperwork.
• Ensure the correct shipping methods are used for customer orders.
• Maintain a shipment database to keep orders updated and provide billing information to customer service and finance teams.
• Notify the supervisor of any major discrepancies, over-shipments, or substitutions.
• Prepare bills of lading for shipments.
• Use a hand truck or other equipment to transport materials on the shipping dock as needed.
• Operate a forklift to load trucks or railroad cars.
• Ensure product handling and delivery meet customer expectations.
• Keep accurate shipment records and file packing slips according to company procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Safety knowledge

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

PeopleReady in Holland, MI is hiring Shipping Clerks to oversee the shipping dock, dispatch orders, verify picks, and manage shipping paperwork. The role requires forklift operation, data entry, and ensuring accurate shipments to meet customer expectations.

Shifts include 1st Shift (Day) with hourly pay of $18. You must be 18+, have strong organization and safety awareness, and be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly. Email [e-mail] for details.