Shipping And Receiving Clerk

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk oversees the accurate processing of inbound and outbound shipments by checking in drivers, verifying shipment documentation, and ensuring all order details are correct before release. This role prepares and processes receiving paperwork, reviews and creates bills of lading and other shipping documents, and supports warehouse operations by maintaining accurate records in the warehouse management system. The clerk also serves as a key point of contact for customers, carriers, and internal teams regarding shipment and receiving status.

Responsibilities

• Check in drivers upon arrival and verify all required shipment information and documentation.
• Prepare and process inbound receiving paperwork for all incoming shipments.
• Verify order numbers, quantities, carrier information, and shipment details before releasing orders.
• Prepare and review bills of lading (BOLs) and other shipping documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Respond to customer and carrier questions regarding shipment status, delivery timing, and receiving updates.
• Communicate shipment issues or discrepancies to the appropriate customer, carrier, or internal team in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with warehouse personnel regarding order status, staging, and loading to ensure efficient workflow.
• Maintain accurate records in the warehouse management system (WMS) and keep all supporting documentation organized and up to date.
• Communicate shortages, overages, damages, or other receiving discrepancies to warehouse personnel and relevant office or customer service staff.
• Support general warehouse operations, including basic material handling and product movement as needed.
• Assist with labeling, slip sheeting, and other documentation or identification tasks related to shipping and receiving.
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and operational guidelines while working around material handling equipment.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of general labor or production experience.
• 1+ years of warehouse experience.
• Experience in shipping and receiving operations, including handling shipping and receiving products.
• Ability to perform general labor and warehouse operations, including lifting boxes and handling materials.
• Experience with loading and unloading products safely and efficiently.
• Ability to label materials accurately and follow documentation requirements.
• Experience utilizing material handling equipment to move products.
• Ability to communicate clearly with drivers, customers, carriers, and internal teams.
• Strong attention to detail when verifying order numbers, quantities, and shipment details.
• Ability to maintain accurate records in a warehouse management system (WMS) or similar system.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional overtime and weekends when customer needs require it.
• Good attitude and willingness to learn new tasks and processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Experience operating forklifts or other material handling equipment.
• Experience with slip sheets and related material handling techniques.
• Prior exposure to pet food or similar product warehousing is helpful.

Why Work Here?

You will join a consistently busy operation that has recently secured a large new contract, offering stable work and the opportunity to grow with the business. The organization is planning to move into a larger facility to meet increasing demand, creating room for long-term development and advancement. You will work in a team-focused environment where reliability, flexibility, and a strong work ethic are valued and recognized.

Work Environment

This role is based in an indoor pet food warehouse environment. Temperatures vary with the seasons, and it can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter, so you should be comfortable working in changing conditions. The position involves working around material handling equipment such as forklifts and other devices used to move products. There are two primary shifts available: one shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with possible overtime and occasional weekends, although most weekends are typically off; the other shift runs from 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, with Wednesday and Thursday off, and Friday through Sunday scheduled (Saturday 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Sunday 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.). Flexibility to support overtime and weekend work when customer needs arise is important.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Modesto, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Modesto, CA.