Shipping Clerk

Shipping Clerk

The Shipping Clerk prepares and processes outbound shipments using UPS, FedEx, and less-than-truckload (LTL) freight carriers. This role involves accurately picking parts, updating inventory in the computer system, coordinating with trucks and shipping brokers for pickups, and supporting overall warehouse operations. The Shipping Clerk will receive cross-training across all shipping methods to ensure flexibility and coverage within the team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare products for shipment using UPS, FedEx, and LTL (freight) carriers in accordance with company procedures.
• Accurately pick orders from the warehouse, ensuring the correct parts and quantities are selected for each shipment.
• Update inventory levels in the computer system as parts are pulled, shipped, or moved to maintain accurate stock records.
• Coordinate with truck drivers and shipping brokers to schedule and confirm pickups and deliveries.
• Use sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts to move materials, load and unload shipments, and organize products in the warehouse.
• Perform general material handling tasks, including packing, labeling, and staging orders for shipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping and warehouse area.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal team members and external partners regarding shipping status and requirements.
• Adapt to fluctuating workloads, handling slower periods efficiently and responding quickly when urgent orders arrive.
• Participate in cross-training across all shipping processes to provide coverage and support throughout the department.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in shipping, warehouse operations, or a similar role.
• Experience working with UPS, FedEx, or freight carriers is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of forklift experience, with proficiency in either stand-up or sit-down forklifts (experience with both is preferred).
• At least 1 year of warehouse, picking, and packing experience.
• Basic computer aptitude and the ability to learn and use shipping and inventory systems.
• Experience with order picking and material handling in a warehouse environment.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with drivers, brokers, and internal teams.
• Reliable attendance and a strong track record of punctuality.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail while working with shipping documentation and inventory updates.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn and follow established processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) or inventory management systems.
• Prior experience coordinating with shipping brokers.
• Comfort operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle urgent orders when needed.
• Trainable mindset with openness to cross-training across multiple shipping methods.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks within a shipping and warehouse environment.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers strong benefits and paid time off, supporting both your health and work-life balance. Employees have access to a health application that provides video and chat access to therapists and primary-care-style support at no cost, with many medical prescriptions covered. This focus on comprehensive benefits and wellness reflects a culture that values employee well-being, stability, and long-term growth.

Work Environment

The shipping area is a relatively small, laid-back section within a larger shop environment. Workload can vary, with slower periods followed by times when urgent orders must be processed quickly. The role follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Team members work with warehouse and shipping technologies, including computers, inventory systems, and forklifts. The dress code requires a T-shirt, long pants, and steel-toe boots to support safety and comfort in the warehouse setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of BLAINE, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in BLAINE, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026.