Shipping and Receiving Clerk

About the job Shipping and Receiving Clerk Summary

The Shipping Clerk is responsible for maintenance of shipping records and distribution operations. Incumbent is to ensure complete orders are shipped in a timely manner and records of shipment is on file.

• Verify load capacity of trailers and authority of trucks to match shipping records;
• Verify inventory shipped vs. inventory being produced;
• Match received loading sheets to orders and provide to dispatch;
• Release orders to process gatekeepers, manifests and bills of lading;
• Ensure compliance to legal regulations and company policies;
• Prepare and print shipping labels corresponding to shipping needs;
• Track inventory and report any shortages to sales team to update records;
• Report to management on activities and issues;
• Performs other duties as required to support Shipping Department.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Supply Chain, Logistics or relative field is a plus
• 3-4 years general shipping experience
• Solid knowledge of logistics procedures, shipping and receiving procedures
• Comfortable with paper work and information systems
• Experience in preparing shipping documents (e.g. ASN)
• Computer savvy with excellent knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel)
• Open to change and willing to learn new skills
• Ability to stay organized in a fast paced dynamic environment
• Ability to follow up on pending issues
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational and communication skills