Warehouse - Shipping

POSITION SUMMARY The Warehouse Shipping Clerk processes finished goods for shipping. Verifies items to be shipped, stages product for pick-up and loads trucks. Ensuring correct products are shipped in correct quantities and on time.

The Warehouse Shipping Clerk must inspect product to be shipped with great attention to detail and be in good physical condition to lift and move heavy items. Ensures an efficient shipping process and promptly resolves any problems or discrepancies. Must function in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Keep work areas clean, including labels/stickers off floor.

Keep and maintain all T’s and corners marked on the floor of warehouse.

Use computer to enter records and transactions.

Operate forklift with a valid forklift certification.

Check the condition and safety of forklift before operating.

Use computer to lookup product.

Pull product using bar code scanners and pick tickets to stage for shipment. (Convert to packing list if authorized)
Ship orders in an accurate and efficient manner to meet 100% on-time Delivery.

Load trucks as required following all necessary shipping guidelines.

Cross trained in warehouse receiving.

Sort returnable packaging as and when required.

Rotate stock as required to maintain FIFO (first in first out) method of inventory control.

Cycle count inventory as requested.

Do end of month counts on customer’s returnable packaging as required.

May use stretch wrap machine to secure any items that could be damaged during transportation to customer or off-site warehouse.

NOTEThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONSHighschool diploma, GED, or equivalent education and training.
1 – 2 years warehouse experience.

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAININGSForklift certificationESSENTIAL SKILLSActive Listening
- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Critical Thinking
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Speaking
- Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Time Management
- Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Reading Comprehension
- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Oral Comprehension
- The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

Written Comprehension
- The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in personInitiative
- Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Lifting – Must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.

Climbing and Balance – In the performance of the duties of this position, will be required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and…