Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Laepple Automotive US Inc; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

LAEPPLE Automotive US, Inc. in Detroit is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Clerk with strong organizational skills to manage inbound/outbound goods, inspect shipments, and maintain accurate inventory records.

The role requires a valid driver’s license, forklift certification, ability to lift 50 pounds, and willingness to work varied shifts. You will coordinate with carriers, document discrepancies, and uphold safety standards in a lean manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of material handling experience required.
• Forklift certification and valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to read and analyze information and maintain records.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming goods against BOM, invoices, and shipping documents.
• Prepare items for shipping, create labels, and record outgoing shipments.
• Maintain organized inventory and accurate stock records.”
• Load/unload trucks using forklifts or manual handling equipment.
• Process returned goods, document damages, and route to stock or containment areas.
• Coordinate carrier pickups/deliveries and ensure timely transport.
• Communicate with customers, suppliers, drivers, and staff to smooth shipments.
• Resolve shipping issues and escalate with management when needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of loading areas, equipment, and storage spaces.
• Adhere to workplace safety regulations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Process improvement

Lean manufacturing

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

About us

LAEPPLE Automotive US, Inc. isa leading supplier in the automotive industry, specializing in high-quality components and systems for body manufacturing. Our innovative technologies and efficient production processes set benchmarks in the industry. To grow our team in Detroit, we are seeking an experienced Shipping & Receiving Clerk with strong organizational skills, process orientation, and ability to be licensed to operate a fork truck.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and inspect incoming goods for accuracy and quality, comparing bill of material, invoice, order reports and other related shipping documents to actual received goods.
• Prepare items for shipping, including boxing items, creating shipping labels, and maintaining records of outgoing shipments.
• Manage inventory by organizing stock in the material storage areas and maintaining accurate records.
• Load and unload delivery trucks, either by hand or by using equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
• Process returned goods, documenting damages and discrepancies, and returning merchandise to stock or containment areas.
• Coordinate with carriers for pickups and deliveries, ensuring timely and efficient transport of goods.
• Communicate with customers, suppliers, receivers, drivers and staff for smooth shipment processes.
• Resolve shipping issues and customer concerns which may arise, escalating complex issues to management as needed.
• Maintain material-handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections and perform operator related maintenance activities.
• Keep inventory, loading areas, and machinery clean.
• Adhere to workplace safety regulations.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
• Minimum of two (2) years of material handling experience;
• Valid drivers license and safe driving record;
• Ability to be certified to operate powered industrial vehicles;
• Previous experience operating a forklift and other material handling equipment (i.e. pallet jack, hand truck, etc.);
• Previous shipping, receiving, and inventory management experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills, representing the company to vendors, suppliers and customers
• Ability to read and analyze information
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Adept at handling multiple complex tasks simultaneously;
• Proficiency with prioritizing and meeting multiple deadlines;
• Excellent time management skills
• Process improvement mindset;
• Knowledge of inventory control;
• Ability to lift materials (50 pounds);
• Strong computer and data entry skills;
• Desire to work in a team-based, lean manufacturing environment;
• Willingness to travel for training, and as other business needs may dictate;
• Ability and willingness to work any shift, as well as overtime, as required to meet business requirements.