Shipping & Receiving Clerk

UFP Industries, Inc.; Mosheim (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Mosheim, Tennessee, is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Clerk to coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, prepare paperwork, and verify documents.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, 6 months shipping/receiving experience, familiarity with DOT regulations, and forklift certification.

Proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook is expected, along with accurate load planning, carrier coordination, and recordkeeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 6 months of shipping/receiving experience.
• Working knowledge of DOT concepts, regulations and procedures.
• Forklift licensing completed or in process.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule all outbound loads and coordinate with sales and production.
• Verify shipping documents and record discrepancies.
• Prepare paperwork for shipments and ensure DOT compliance.
• Assist with loading/unloading as needed.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and reports.
• Expedite orders and trace shipments when required.

Skills

Shipping experience

Attention to detail

Forklift operation

Excel

Word

Outlook

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job SummaryThe Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for coordinating the incoming and outgoing shipment of material. Prepares paperwork and material for shipment and reviews paperwork of incoming material.Principal Duties & ResponsibilitiesCoordinates and schedules all outbound loads and coordinates with sales and production.Determines proper loading order and placement of product.Verifies shipping documents and records any discrepancies.Set up all loads to be shipped via common carrier with outside freight companies.Coordinates routing of orders and dispatches carrier with orders and appropriate delivery instructions consistent with customer receiving times.Ensures all internal/external paperwork meets all Universal as well as DOT regulations and procedures.Documents any shortage on orders, investigates reasons for occurrence and informs sales and admin of the shortage.Takes and acts upon all calls for tracing and/or expediting orders.Maintains proper documentation and records of incoming and outgoing shipments.May assist with loading and unloading material from trucks or carts.Prepares various reports and correspondence as required.Performs other duties as required.QualificationsMinimum high school diploma/GEDMinimum 6 months of experience in shipping and receiving or related areas.Working knowledge of standard DOT concepts, regulations, practices and procedures.Working knowledge of proper loading techniques, weight limitations, and company procedures.Working knowledge of Excel, word and Outlook.Basic knowledge of lumber math, lumber grades and species.Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process.Preferred understanding of company policies, practices and procedures.Must be at least 18 years of age.The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.