Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Xometry; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Xometry, located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is looking for an experienced shipping clerk to manage outbound orders and inventory supplies. This position entails packing, labeling, and shipping customer orders while inspecting deliveries and confirming accuracy.

Applicants should possess 2+ years of relevant experience and good communication skills. Generous benefits include a competitive salary ranging from $42,000 to $55,000, plus medical and paid time off. Join a company focused on connecting innovative ideas with manufacturing capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a shipping role.
• Strong verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Familiarity with shipping documentation and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Pack, seal, and label customer orders for shipping.
• Prepare necessary shipping documents.
• Inspect and verify shipment contents against records.
• Collaborate with departments to resolve delivery issues.
• Maintain inventory of shipping supplies.

Skills

2+ years relative work experience

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Tools

FedEx Shipping Manager

UPS WorldShip software

Job description

Xometry (NASDAQ: XMTR) powers the industries of today and tomorrow by connecting the people with big ideas to the manufacturers who can bring them to life. Xometry's digital marketplace gives manufacturers the critical resources they need to grow their business while also making it easy for buyers at Fortune 1000 companies to tap into global manufacturing capacity.

We are currently seeking an experienced shipping clerk at our Gaithersburg, MD location. This individual will be responsible for packing, labeling, and shipping all outbound customer orders, as well as accepting and inspecting deliveries, and verifying the quantity and accuracy of items received.

Responsibilities

• Pack, seal, and label customer orders in order to prepare for shipping.
• Prepare documents, such as bills of lading or commercial invoices to route packages.
• Identify and implement best‑practices with regards to packing in order to achieve minimal damage to shipped goods.
• Work collaboratively with all departments to resolve issues related to package deliveries or shipments.
• Inspect boxes for visual damages; record damages or short shipments. Examine shipment contents and compare with records such as manifests, invoices, or orders to verify accuracy.
• Manage inventory of all shipping supplies.
• Ensure materials are stored properly and follow the 5S methodology to conserve space and comply with safety procedures.
• Ensure the physical condition of the shipping department and equipment are properly maintained.
• Perform all work in compliance with Xometry's quality and safety systems, policies and procedures.

Required Skills

• 2+ years relative work experience.
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to work in a fast‑paced high‑volume shipping environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to work with cross‑functional teams.
• Basic computer skills; experience with FedEx Shipping Manager and UPS WorldShip software preferred.

The estimated base salary range for new hires into this role is $42,000 - $55,000 annually, depending on factors such as job‑related skills, relevant experience, and location. We also offer a competitive benefits package, including 401(k) match, medical, dental and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, floating and fixed holidays, maternity and bonding leave; EAP, other wellbeing resources, and much more.

Xometry is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

For US based roles: Xometry participates in E-Verify and after a job offer is accepted, will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.