Shipping Clerk (40143)

Company Summary:

At Young Innovations, we foster a dynamic environment where team members make an impact every day as part of a collaborative, inclusive culture. Together, we serve the dental profession and their patients, united in our mission of achieving a Lifetime of Oral Health™

We embrace diverse perspectives and encourage bold thinking, challenging traditional approaches with a bias for action. Whether you're looking to expand your skills or grow your career, Young is here to support your goals and continuous learning. At Young, YOU are at the core of what we do.

Position Overview:

The Shipping Clerk manages and coordinates outgoing shipments across domestic and international channels. This role is responsible for handling a mix of parcel, LTL freight, and hazardous materials shipments, ensuring all orders are processed accurately, compliantly, and on time.

This position plays a critical role in maintaining shipping accuracy, regulatory compliance, and overall customer satisfaction.

You'll like this role if:

• You enjoy working in a fast-paced production environment and are comfortable with repetitive tasks that require consistency and focus.
• You can work independently to stay on task, while also collaborating effectively with a team to meet shared goals.
• You have strong attention to detail and take pride in following processes to ensure safety, quality, and accuracy.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Medium sized company - not too big, not too small - just enough to get things done and see your impact.
• Did we say benefits? Full medical, dental, vision, 401k, parental leave, paid holidays, paid time off, and more!
• Make a meaningful impact every day by helping create products that support oral health and keep people smiling with confidence around the world.

Who you'll work with:

• Work as part of a collaborative and talented shipping and receiving team, partnering with warehouse, customer service, and internal teams to ensure smooth order fulfillment.
• Report directly to the Warehouse Supervisor, with day-to-day support and guidance from the Materials Manager to help you succeed in your role.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare, pack, and label products for shipment in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Verify order accuracy against purchase orders, invoices, and shipping documentation prior to release.
• Coordinate daily shipments including parcel, LTL freight, and international orders.
• Generate and process shipping documentation, including bills of lading, packing slips, shipping labels, and export paperwork (e.g., commercial invoices.)
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including DOT, IATA, and other hazardous materials shipping requirements.
• Classify hazardous materials and verify proper labeling, documentation, and packaging standards.
• Schedule carrier pickups and communicate effectively with UPS, FedEx, and freight carriers.
• Maintain accurate shipping records and update ERP or inventory management systems.
• Inspect outgoing shipments for damage, accuracy, and completeness.
• Troubleshoot shipping issues, delays, and documentation discrepancies.
• Collaborate with warehouse, customer service, and internal teams to ensure smooth order fulfillment.
• Support inventory control activities, including cycle counts, as needed.
• Maintain documentation and processes in support of internal procedures and audit readiness.

What You'll Bring:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in shipping, logistics, or warehouse operations
• Experience managing a mix of parcel and LTL freight shipments
• Working knowledge of international shipping documentation and processes
• Experience handling or supporting hazardous materials shipments
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in documentation and order processing
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet daily shipping deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with carrier shipping systems (e.g., UPS WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager, freight portals)
• Experience with ERP or inventory management systems (IFS, Oracle, SAP)
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, data entry)

Compensation Range: Starting at $20/hr

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position at the time of posting. Within the range, the compensation will be determined based on education/training, skill set, experience, and other organizational needs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move packages up to 50 lbs

Manufacturing/Distribution Environment

This position operates in a manufacturing plant environment. The role routinely involves working around machinery, equipment, and moving mechanical parts. The facility may be subject to varying temperatures, loud noise levels, and airborne particles such as dust or chemical fumes, depending on the area of the plant. This role may require periods of standing, sitting, or walking throughout the workday. Occasional bending, lifting, or carrying items up to 50 pounds may be necessary.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, control, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk. Hearing abilities required for this environment include being able to clearly hear and respond to audible alarms, production equipment, forklifts, and other machinery to maintain a safe work environment. Individuals must be able to distinguish and understand verbal communication including instructions, safety warnings, and team discussions, sometimes in an environment with moderate to high background noise.

Young Innovations, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify participating employer.