Shipping Clerk

About Meridian Bioscience

Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision.

Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.

The Shipping Clerk I position is responsible for all outbound shipments including picking, packing and processing, as well as verifying and maintaining records on outgoing shipments.

Pay rate: $18/hr.

• Compare identifying information and counts, weigh or measure items of outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, etc.
• Picking, packing and processing all outgoing shipments.
• Post weights, shipping charges and prepare material for shipping.
• Palletize, shrink-wrap, load and prepare material for shipment.
• Maintain files and records of shipping documents for domestic and international transactions.
• Operate forklifts and order picker and all other warehouse equipment in a safe and cautious manner.
• Prepare documentation for hazardous material shipments.
• Stock finished goods into slot locations in finished goods coolers, ensuring proper storage.
• Comply with FDA, QSR and ISO regulations as required.
• Physically count all items on daily cycle count list.
• May be required to work non-standard shifts and weekends to support department needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Prior experience in warehousing preferred.
• Previous FDA regulated environment experience preferred.
• Must be self‑starter, detail oriented, organized and able to prioritize and balance workloads and meet stringent critical deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must be licensed to operate forklifts and order picker.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communication skills along with excellent customer service and satisfaction skills.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality requirements.
• Must be able to work additional hours outside the normal work shift to support department needs (evenings and weekends).
• Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting with peers and other departments in a cross‑functional setting.
• Computer proficiency (Word and Excel) and previous materials handling applications (MAPICS) desirable.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Must obtain certification to ship hazardous materials / DOT compliant within one year of hire.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. (USA Only).