Shipping & Receiving Clerk I

Hartfiel Automation, Inc.; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartfiel Automation, Inc. in Eden Prairie, MN is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Clerk to verify incoming and outgoing shipments, inspect for variances, and maintain accurate records. The role involves labeling, packing, stacking, and using tracking systems to ensure timely deliveries.

A hands-on position requiring forklift operation and adherence to safety procedures. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of shipping or warehouse experience, with the

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years shipping or warehouse experience.
• Ability to stand or walk most of the day and lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Experience verifying shipments and maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Verify incoming and outgoing shipments against bills of lading, packing slips, invoices, orders or records.
• Inspect shipments for damage or shortages; report discrepancies to purchasing.
• Store received items following department procedures after inspection.
• Pull items for outgoing orders and for the Manufacturing Solutions Department.
• Label items with part numbers, barcodes, descriptions, carton numbers and other information.
• Pack items in cartons and ensure outgoing shipments meet packaging and labeling specs.
• Double-check all items staged for shipment for accuracy before dispatch.
• Ship orders using the tracking system.
• Operate a forklift or hand truck to move shipments between areas.
• Assemble wooden or cardboard containers as needed.
• Route items to the appropriate departments and keep the warehouse organized and safe.
• Participate in inventory cycle counting and support team with additional duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Shipping & Receiving Clerk at Hartfiel, you'll play a vital role in keeping our warehouse operations running smoothly and efficiently. From verifying incoming shipments to preparing outgoing orders, your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy will help ensure our customers and internal teams always get exactly what they need, when they need it. This is a hands-on, active role where your work makes a direct impact every single day.

Education/Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent and one to two years of shipping or warehouse experience is preferred. Education and/or experience requirements may be waived at management discretion. This role requires the ability to stand or walk for most of the day and lift cartons weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Key Shipping and Receiving Clerk Accountabilities

• Verify incoming and outgoing shipments by comparing identifying information and counting, weighing, or measuring items against bills of lading, packing slips, invoices, orders, or other records.
• Inspect incoming shipments for damage or shortages, reject items that don't meet standards, and report discrepancies to purchasing.
• Store received items following the distribution department's procedures after inspection.
• Pull items for outgoing orders and for the Manufacturing Solutions Department following instructions on the shipper.
• Label items accurately with part numbers, barcodes, descriptions, carton numbers, and other required information.
• Pack items in cartons according to instructions and verify outgoing shipments meet customer specifications for labels, packaging, and carrier.
• Double-check all items staged for shipment to confirm accuracy before they go out the door.
• Ship orders using the tracking system.
• Operate a forklift or hand truck to move shipments between the shipping and receiving platform and storage or work areas.
• Assemble wooden or cardboard containers as needed.
• Route items received to the appropriate departments.
• Keep the warehouse neat, organized, and safe.
• Participate in inventory cycle counting.
• Support the team with additional duties as assigned.
• Follow all quality processes and procedures established by Hartfiel Automation and operate in alignment with Hartfiel's mission, values, and vision.