Shipping & Receiving Clerk I

UFP Industries; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Clerk who will be responsible for coordinating incoming and outgoing shipments, preparing documentation, and ensuring compliance with DOT regulations. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and knowledge of shipping practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma/GED required.
• At least 6 months of experience in shipping and receiving.
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all outbound loads and schedules with sales.
• Verifies shipping documents and records discrepancies.
• Maintains documentation and records of shipments.

Skills

Shipping Coordination

Documentation Skills

Problem Solving

Forklift Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job Summary
The 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 & Responsibilities

• Coordinates 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.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma/GED
• Minimum 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.