Warehouse Shipping Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

PRIDESTAFF is currently seeking a qualified and dependable SHIPPING CLERK for a distribution company located in Romeoville, IL.

1ST SHIFT 6:00AM-2:00PM M-F
PLUS SATURDAYS & OT AS REQUIRED

$20.00 PER HOUR

This is a temp-to-hire position.

• Weekly paycheck!
• Insurance available!
• Overtime!

Position Summary

The Shipping Clerk is responsible for supporting daily shipping operations by ensuring accurate order processing, preparing shipping documentation, coordinating with carriers, and facilitating driver check-in procedures. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and proficiency with computer systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify customer orders for accuracy prior to shipment
• Prepare, process, and maintain shipping documents, including Bills of Lading (BOLs), packing slips, and carrier paperwork
• Coordinate with transportation providers and carriers regarding pickups, deliveries, and shipment status
• Answer incoming calls and proactively communicate with carriers, drivers, and internal departments
• Manage the driver check-in and check-out process, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with facility procedures
• Monitor shipping schedules and assist with resolving shipment discrepancies or delays
• Maintain accurate records and data entry within company systems
• Communicate professionally through email and phone with internal and external stakeholders
• Support warehouse and distribution center operations as needed
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures

REQUIRED Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent REQUIRED for permanent employment
• Previous experience in shipping, logistics, transportation, warehouse administration, or distribution center operations preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook and Excel
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• PC proficiency and general computer literacy
• Professional email communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to maintain accuracy while working under deadlines
• Effective interpersonal communication skills with drivers, carriers, customers, and internal teams
• Ability to identify and resolve shipping-related issues

PREFERRED Qualifications

• Experience using SAP or other Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Previous experience working with shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading (BOLs)
• Experience communicating and coordinating with transportation carriers

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods as required
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in an environment located within a warehouse or distribution center setting

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit an up-to-date resume for immediate consideration!

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

PrideStaff can offer you a wide-range of rewarding career options. Whether you prefer the freedom and variety of temporary work or the challenge of a full-time position, PrideStaff can help you find the job that best matches your skills and interests. With offices throughout the country, PrideStaff gives you the inside track to great jobs with more than 3,000 employers. Work with a Staffing Firm that works for you!

Company Description

PrideStaff can offer you a wide-range of rewarding career options. Whether you prefer the freedom and variety of temporary work or the challenge of a full-time position, PrideStaff can help you find the job that best matches your skills and interests. With offices throughout the country, PrideStaff gives you the inside track to great jobs with more than 3,000 employers. Work with a Staffing Firm that works for you!