Shipping/Receiving Clerk

KSB Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

KSB is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Clerk in Richmond, VA. You will handle inbound and outbound shipments, verify accuracy, prepare materials for transport, and maintain organized inventory. The role requires forklift certification or willingness to obtain it, plus a minimum of one year in a warehouse setting.

Working hours are typically 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday–Friday, with possible overtime to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; minimum 1 year in a warehouse environment.
• Must be certified (or obtain certification) for forklift operation.
• Fluent English; able to speak, read, and write clearly and interface with customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, inspect, and store shipments; ensure accuracy of contents.
• Assist in material delivery, staging, and pickup for shop jobs.
• Record shipment data such as weight, charges, space, and damages.
• Assist with packing for outbound orders and document routing of materials.
• Determine shipping methods, routes, and carrier rates; coordinate with carriers.
• Maintain inventory by storing shipping materials and restocking as needed.
• Follow ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 18001 guidelines.
• Handle pallets; assist with physical inventory and occasional travel to other locations.

Skills

Time Management

Team Player

Organizational Skills

Detail Orientation

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Computer Skills

Warehouse Skills

Safety

Physical Stamina

High School Diploma

Forklift Certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services, industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB’s research and development activities forms the basis for the company’s success.

People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today.

At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference – the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products.

Position Title: Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Reports To: Senior Warehouse Logistics Supervisor

Position Summary

As a Shipping and Receiving Clerk, you will be primarily responsible for keeping records of all the shipments that come in and go out, making sure that each one contains the correct items and are headed to the right destination. Duties also include organizing inventory for easy retrieval as new orders come in, reviewing incoming and outgoing shipment schedules to maintain productive operations and documenting damages to inventory. This is a full-time, hourly position, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Overtime (including weekends) may be required to meet Company deadlines.

Location: Richmond, VA, Onsite

Responsibilities

• Physically receive, unload incoming trucks and containers, unpack, and store product and material.
• Assist in delivery, staging, and pickup of material and equipment associated with shop jobs.
• Examine shipment contents and compare with records to check accuracy.
• Record shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, damages, or discrepancies.
• Assist with packing of product in preparation for outbound truck orders.
• Prepare documents to route materials; applies proper documentation to orders and palletizes cartons.
• Determine shipping methods, routes, or rates for materials to be shipped.
• Contact carrier representatives to make arrangements for shipping and delivery of materials.
• Store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
• Follow guidelines of ISO 9001; ISO 14001; ISO 18001.
• Manually handle, repack, or restack pallets of finished product and help with physical inventory.
• Occasional travel to other KSB locations may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Time Management – Ensure quality and quantity of work is performed in accordance to KSB standards.
• Team Player – Maintains positive relationships; supports colleagues; demonstrates a positive attitude.
• Organization and Administrative Skills – Organizing and maintaining records, files, and databases.
• Detail Oriented – Demonstrated attention to detail (parts, identification numbers, component part numbers, bill of lading, packing lists) when retrieving, packing, and shipping for KSB.
• Communication – Able to speak, read and write in English. Interface with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Analytical Skills – Think logically, assess solutions to problems or issues and deliver best solution.
• Computer Skills – Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Windows.
• Warehouse Skills – Knowledge of basic preventative maintenance; forklift/crane operation, power tools, and lifting devices.
• Safety – Ensure the usage of proper safety and personal protective equipment. Maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Strength & Stamina - Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand and walk for long periods of time.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Minimum 1 year experience in warehouse environment.
• Must be certified (or obtain certification) for forklift operation.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time, hourly position. Normal hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 40 hours a week; with possible requirement of extended hours.

EOE/M/F/D/V Drug Free Environment

KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.