Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Bodycote; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in thermal processing services is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Clerk in Berlin, CT. The role involves maintaining shipping areas, assisting with logistics, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Minimum one year experience in computer applications.
• Some shipping experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Maintain shipping and receiving area.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks.
• Inspect and record incoming and outgoing orders.

Skills

Communication

Manual Dexterity

Safety Awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

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About Bodycote

Our people are the heart of our business. As the world’s largest provider of thermal processing services, Bodycote employs thousands of highly skilled staff around the globe, including some of the best engineers, scientists, and technicians in the industry. Come join our team!

Due to the nature of our business and a heavy industrial market, Bodycote deems this position to be safety-sensitive.

Position Summary

Based in Berlin, CT, the Shipping Receiving Clerk will perform essential job functions associated with heat treatment under the direction of the Production Manager to meet customer specifications, including assisting other employees as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains the shipping and receiving area as needed.
• Assists with loading and unloading trucks. Schedules truck shipments, UPS, and FedEx as needed.
• Interacts with customers as needed to clarify or communicate discrepancies and schedules.
• Inspects and records incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage, dates, etc.
• Brings any irregularities or other discrepancies/concerns to the supervisor immediately.
• Promotes and practices safety and good housekeeping.
• Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position.
• This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customers’ inventory and, as such, will perform duties safely and responsibly to prevent customer loss or damage.
• Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements, therefore, candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident cardholders.
• Education – High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of experience in computer applications, including Microsoft Office applications, and the ability to learn new software programs related to the function.
• Some shipping experience is desired.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.

Physical & Mental Demands

• Must be able to work in a sitting position for extended periods (at desk, while driving, and/or on airplane travel) in an industrial environment.
• Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions.
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach to perform functions.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc.
• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
• Ability to hear in person and via phone.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. Bodycote reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Bodycote is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against current and prospective employees based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals over forty years of age, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.