Shipping & Receiving Clerk

FedEx Supply Chain; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Holiday pay and accrued PTO

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Basic life insurance

Basic AD&D coverage

Disability coverage

Paid parental leave

Bereavement and jury duty

Job summary

FedEx Supply Chain in New Lenox, Illinois, is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Clerk on 1st Shift (Day). The role handles data-entry and administrative tasks for inbound and outbound shipments, documentation, scheduling, reporting, and customer communications to support safe, accurate, and efficient daily operations.

Key duties include coordinating pickups, ensuring timely shipment processing, generating reports from the Warehouse Management System, and maintaining inventory accuracy while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of related data processing experience, ideally in a distribution center.
• 1 year of warehouse/clerical experience using standard practices.
• Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Familiarity with Radio Frequency (RF) equipment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; customer service oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry within the assigned work area.
• Handle administrative tasks related to shipping and receiving.
• Coordinate and schedule pick-ups.
• Ensure timely and accurate shipment processing.
• Consolidate shipments in a timely manner and follow routing guides.
• Support labeling and daily production orders.
• Generate reports from the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Maintain inbound/outbound documentation and reporting.

Skills

Data entry

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF equipment

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Shift

Wednesday - Saturday - 1st Shift (Day)

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for performing a variety of data-entry and administrative tasks related to the accurate recording of all incoming and outgoing shipments. This role ensures timely and efficient completion of daily functions supporting inbound and outbound processes, including documentation, scheduling, reporting, and customer communications. The position upholds standards of safety, accuracy, and productivity.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform data entry functions within assigned work area.
• Execute administrative tasks related to shipping and receiving.
• Coordinate and schedule pick-ups.
• Ensure timely and accurate shipment processing.
• Consolidate shipments in a timely and acceptable manner.
• Adhere to Vendor Routing Guide requirements.
• Support computer room functions, including label generation for daily production orders.
• Track monthly rack audit data in Maintenance Connection.
• Track recurring Material Safety Data Sheets in Maintenance Connection.
• Support Operations Analyst by generating custom reports from the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Perform inventory adjustment audits.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Analyze workload and communicate with internal departments and external transportation carriers.
• Collect, collate, and disseminate departmental data in appropriate report formats.
• Maintain office supply levels and manage interoffice mail distribution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) year of related data processing experience, ideally within a distribution center environment.
• One (1) year of experience in a warehouse/clerical environment using standard practices.
• PC skills required (Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Familiarity with Radio Frequency (RF) equipment preferred.
• Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and flexibility in meeting deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service driven.
• Strong team player.

Requirements, Perks, And Benefits (US -- Non-Exempt)

Physical & Cognitive Requirements (With or Without Accommodation)

• Ability to follow policies and procedures
• Ability to read, write, and interpret information
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Ability to sit, walk, or stand for the duration of the shift
• Must possess visual acuity to perform essential job functions
• Ability to conduct physical tasks with a full range of motion throughout the warehouse environment
• Ability to lift/carry items up to 50 pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer

FedEx Supply Chain, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant

Federal Express Corporation Participates In The Department Of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship And Immigration Services' E-Verify Program (for U.S. Applicants And Employees Only).

• E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
• Right to Work Notice (English) / Spanish

FedEx Supply Chain is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in its application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Perks and Benefits at FedEx Supply Chain (FSC)

• Competitive Pay: FedEx Supply Chain offers competitive hourly rates depending on your location and experience.
• 401(k) plan with company match after 1 year
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Holiday pay and accrued paid time off (Vacation and PTO)
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits available on day one
• Basic life insurance
• Basic AD&D coverage
• Supplemental Life and Supplemental AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (for full-time employees after 180 days of service)
• Paid parental leave for both moms and dads
• Paid bereavement and jury duty

Job Disclaimer (US)

Please note that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The Company reserves the right to modify duties or assign additional responsibilities as necessary to meet business needs.

Pay Range

USD $13.99 - USD $26.55

Pay Transparency

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