Shipping & Receiving Clerk Gaithersburg, MD

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Xometry Inc. is looking for an experienced shipping clerk for their Gaithersburg, MD location. The role involves packing, labeling, and shipping outbound customer orders while also accepting and inspecting deliveries. The individual must work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and exhibit strong communication skills.

With a salary range of $42,000 - $55,000 annually, the company offers a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401(k) match, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with shipping software.

Responsibilities

• Pack, seal, and label customer orders for shipping.
• Prepare necessary shipping documents.
• Inspect shipments for damages and verify accuracy.
• Manage inventory of shipping supplies.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety procedures.

Skills

Relevant work experience (2+ years)

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer skills (FedEx Shipping Manager, UPS WorldShip)

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 of relevant 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. The range is based 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 (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 U.S. based roles: Xometry participates in E‑Verify and after a job offer is accepted, it will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.