Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Cooperworks Industries, LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CooperWorks Industries is seeking a detail-oriented Shipping/Receiving Clerk to ensure accurate receipt, documentation, storage, and shipment of materials. You will coordinate freight, maintain records, and support inventory accuracy in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, experience with freight paperwork, and familiarity with ERP systems and MS Office. Forklift experience is a plus, and the candidate should work well independently and with teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with freight paperwork, purchase orders, basic data entry, and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Experience with inventory management or ERP software is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, basic math, communication, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Forklift experience preferred; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, label, and verify outgoing shipments for accuracy, condition, and customer requirements.
• Prepare and maintain bills of lading, packing slips, shipping labels, and other freight documentation.
• Coordinate carrier pickups, deliveries, and shipment schedules to support production and customer deadlines.
• Receive and inspect incoming materials; compare quantities and items against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Identify and communicate shortages, overages, damage, and shipment discrepancies; assist in resolving issues.
• Accurately record shipping, receiving, and inventory transactions in company systems and maintain organized records.
• Label, stage, store, and move materials and finished goods; assist with loading and unloading as needed.
• Support inventory counts and reconciliation; coordinate with Purchasing, Production, and other departments.
• Maintain an orderly, safe work area; follow material-handling and safety procedures; perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Prioritization

Forklift experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP software

Job description

Description

About CooperWorks Industries

Cooperworks Industries, a division of MAC Medical, is experiencing exciting growth and creating new opportunities. As demand for our custom cabinetry, casework, countertops, millwork, and fabrication services continues to expand, we are investing in our people, equipment, and capabilities to better serve our customers.

This is an opportunity to join a company where your contributions are valued, your skills can continue to grow, and your work has a direct impact on our success. If you take pride in quality craftsmanship, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a growing company with a bright future, CooperWorks is the place for you.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the accurate and timely receipt, documentation, storage, and shipment of materials and finished products. Coordinates freight activity, maintains records, supports inventory accuracy, and works closely with Purchasing and Production in a custom manufacturing environment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, package, label, and verify outgoing shipments for accuracy, condition, and customer requirements.
• Prepare and maintain bills of lading, packing slips, shipping labels, and other freight documentation.
• Coordinate carrier pickups, deliveries, and shipment schedules to support production and customer deadlines.
• Receive and inspect incoming materials; compare quantities and items against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Identify and communicate shortages, overages, damage, and shipment discrepancies; assist in resolving issues.
• Accurately record shipping, receiving, and inventory transactions in company systems and maintain organized records.
• Label, stage, store, and move materials and finished goods; assist with loading and unloading as needed.
• Support inventory counts and reconciliation; coordinate with Purchasing, Production, and other departments.
• Maintain an orderly, safe work area; follow material-handling and safety procedures; perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; shipping, receiving, warehouse, or inventory experience preferred.
• Experience with freight paperwork, purchase orders, basic data entry, and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Experience with inventory management or ERP software and LTL freight coordination is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, basic math, communication, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Forklift experience preferred; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing setting.