Receiving Shipping Clerk

• Location 5201 Transport Blvd,Columbus, GA, 31907,United States
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

The Receiving Clerk is responsible for overseeing the receipt and inspection of incoming shipments. This role involves verifying delivery quantities and quality against purchase orders, maintaining accurate records of received goods, and coordinating with suppliers to resolve discrepancies. The clerk will also assist with data entry into inventory management systems, organize and store received items, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency in logistics software are essential for success in this position.

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy, quality, and damage.
• Verify received items against purchase orders and shipping documents.
• Record and document all received goods in the inventory management system.
• Tag and label items appropriately for inventory tracking.
• Assist in the organization and storage of received items in the warehouse.
• Communicate discrepancies or damages to the appropriate departments.
• Collaborate with warehouse staff to maintain a clean and organized receiving area.
• Assist with inventory counts and audits as needed.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant experience in receiving or warehousing preferred.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory management systems (SAP).

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient in using shipping software and inventory management systems
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively

• Cooperation/Teamwork – Works harmoniously and contributes to building a positive team spirit while working with others to get a job done; responds positively to instructions and procedures.
• Oral/Written Communication – Expresses oneself clearly in conversation and writes clearly in business writing. Listens and gets clarification while following work instructions. Responds well to questions. Uses grammatically correct, concrete, specific language.
• Attention to Detail – Ability to process detailed information effectively and consistently, including but not limited to following verbal and written instructions.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time and instills same in team members supervised.
• Fostering Innovation – Ability to develop, sponsor, or support the introduction of new and improved methods, products, procedures, or technologies.
• Managing Work – Establishing a course of action for self and/or others to accomplish specific goals by planning proper assignments of personnel and appropriate allocation of resources.
• Results Orientation – Ability to focus on the desired result of one’s own or team’s work, setting challenging goals, focusing effort on the goals, and meeting or exceeding them.

Preferred:
Logistics or shipping certifications are a plus

• Examples would be office or outdoors.
• Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, standing, stooping, or typing.
• Physical effort/lifting: up to 10 pounds; light – up to 20 pounds; medium – up to 50 pounds; heavy – over 50 pounds.
• May be asked to occasionally work weekends, overtime or 7 days a week.

• Able to use pallet jacks, forklifts, computer/laptop, keyboard and mouse.