Shipping & Logistics Clerk {177200}

A-Line Staffing Solutions; Maryland; On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A-Line Staffing Solutions seeks a dependable Shipping & Logistics Clerk in Maryland to support domestic and international shipments, coordinate trailer movements, and process shipping documentation. You will greet drivers, manage BOLs, and use ERP, TMS, and WMS systems.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong attention to detail, and experience with shipping documentation and cross-functional coordination. Overtime may be required in this role.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Strong attention to detail and organization required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret shipping documents.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and business systems.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Schedule air shipments and coordinate flight bookings with freight forwarders and carriers.
• Monitor shipments to ensure timely dispatch, transit, and delivery.
• Greet and assist truck drivers and coordinate trailer movements.
• Process Bills of Lading (BOLs) and other shipping docs accurately.
• Coordinate with customs brokers and FDA for import/export compliance.
• Arrange pickups with freight forwarders and process express shipments.
• Process customer orders and maintain shipment files.
• Maintain import documentation and transport records.
• Support reporting of shipment activity daily, weekly and monthly.
• Use ERP, TMS, WMS and other systems to support shipping operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Shipping documentation

Microsoft Office

SAP

ERP systems

BOLs processing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

WMS

TMS

Job description

Job Title: Shipping & Logistics Clerk

Location: 21152 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM (Overtime Possible) Pay Rate: $20.00/Hour

Job Overview

We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented, and organized International Air Creation Coordinator / Shipping & Logistics Clerk to support shipping, logistics, and distribution operations. This role involves greeting and assisting truck drivers, coordinating trailer movements, processing shipping documentation, and supporting domestic and international shipment activities. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and experience working with shipping documentation and business systems. Candidates should be reliable, punctual, comfortable in a fast-paced distribution environment, and willing to work overtime as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule air shipments and coordinate flight bookings with freight forwarders, carriers, and third-party logistics providers.
• Monitor shipments to ensure timely dispatch, transit, and delivery.
• Greet and assist truck drivers upon arrival and coordinate trailer movements.
• Process Bills of Lading (BOLs), PGI transactions in SAP, and other shipping documentation accurately.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, regulatory agencies, and the FDA to support import/export shipment traceability and compliance.
• Arrange pickups with assigned freight forwarders.
• Process FedEx, DHL, UPS, and express mail shipments, including preparing FedEx SEDs when required.
• Process customer orders and maintain accurate paperwork and shipment files.
• Maintain import documentation and international transportation records.
• Coordinate special and last‑minute shipping requests with Transportation and Operations teams.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Customer Service, Carrier Management, and other internal departments to resolve shipment issues.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly shipment activity reports.
• Use ERP, TMS, WMS, and other business systems to support shipping and logistics operations.
• Assist with other distribution responsibilities during peak periods, breaks, absences, or vacations.
• Maintain accurate records while meeting operational deadlines and service expectations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret shipping and distribution documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with truck drivers, carriers, and internal teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of relevant shipping, logistics, or distribution experience.
• Experience processing PGI transactions in SAP.
• Familiarity with Bills of Lading (BOLs), trailer coordination, and shipping documentation.
• Experience with international shipping, freight forwarders, and import/export documentation.
• Familiarity with ERP, TMS, or WMS systems.