Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Job Summary

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for coordinating the incoming and outgoing shipment of material. The role includes preparing paperwork, reviewing paperwork of incoming material, and ensuring compliance with Universal and DOT regulations.

• Coordinates and schedules all outbound loads and works with sales and production.
• Determines proper loading order and placement of product.
• Verifies shipping documents and records any discrepancies.
• Sets up all loads to be shipped via common carrier with outside freight companies.
• Coordinates routing of orders and dispatches carriers with appropriate delivery instructions consistent with customer receiving times.
• Ensures all internal and external paperwork meets Universal and DOT regulations and procedures.
• Documents any shortage on orders, investigates reasons for occurrence and informs sales and admin of the shortage.
• Handles calls for tracing and/or expediting orders.
• Maintains proper documentation and records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Assists with loading and unloading material from trucks or carts if necessary.
• Prepares various reports and correspondence as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in shipping and receiving or related areas.
• Working knowledge of standard DOT concepts, regulations, practices, and procedures.
• 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.

Hourly/Salary Pay Range: $20 – $25 hourly, dependent on experience. Pay range may be adjusted based on cost of living.

Bonus/Incentive Pay:
For hourly positions with incentive pay, incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on company and business unit performance may also be provided.

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.