Warehouse Clerk 1 (Shipping)

RJW Logistics Group

Elwood (IL)

On-site

USD 26,174

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Paid time off

Sick days

Long-term Disability Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Accidental Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

A logistics company in Elwood, Illinois is hiring for an entry-level position in their warehouse. The role involves checking in drivers, managing shipping paperwork, and collaborating with the team for customer satisfaction. Benefits include 401(k) matching and medical insurance. Ideal for candidates with basic clerical and logistics experience. A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Join a rewarding Employee Ownership Program.

Qualifications

Ability to type at least 40 wpm.
1–2 years of clerical experience.
Basic transportation, logistics, and shipping experience.

Responsibilities

Check in all drivers.
Print all pertinent paperwork for shipping.
Coordinate with the dock and drivers on loading doors.
Ensure all paperwork is properly signed by the pickup driver.

Skills

Basic office clerical skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Overview

RJW Logistics Group is hiring. Shifts open: Sunday-Wednesday 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM ($19/HR); Wednesday-Saturday 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM ($19/HR).

Empower Your Future with Our Employee Ownership Program. We are excited to announce the launch of our Employee Ownership Program—an opportunity designed to empower, motivate, and reward our dedicated team members. As a co-owner, your hard work contributes to your own financial growth and the company's prosperity.

Job purpose and direct-hire opportunity with benefits and job security are available. The role reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and works in a warehouse environment to receive and schedule shipping and freight operations, developing knowledge of warehouse organization and proper shipping documentation. The position collaborates with the warehouse team to ensure customer satisfaction and to accept and schedule customer orders.

Responsibilities

Check in all drivers.
Print all pertinent paperwork for shipping.
Coordinate with the dock and drivers on loading doors.
Ensure all paperwork is properly signed by the pickup driver.
Close loads in the system.
Coordinate with Customer Service regarding special paperwork (e.g., international orders, special BOLs); enter customer orders and scan/index documents as required.
Understand RJW goals, policies, and procedures.
Communicate customer problems, leads, and inquiries to the appropriate personnel.
Maintain confidentiality of company information.
Recommend improvements and implement approved changes.
Update reports as required by operations management.
Other tasks as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Additional Responsibilities

Positive telephone personality with strong customer service skills.
Capable of being trained to be ‘Phone Assertive’.
Ability to multi-task and plan effectively; strong organizational skills.
Computer abilities including word processing, spreadsheets, and ability to learn RJW's software applications.

Qualifications

Basic office clerical skills; ability to type at least 40 wpm.
1–2 years of clerical experience.
Basic transportation, logistics, and shipping experience.

Education and/or Experience Required

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business materials; ability to write reports and business correspondence; ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers.

Mathematical Skills