Shipping Clerk - Los Angeles, CA

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Receive and ship Sales Department orders, and act as a backup for other departments' orders processing.
• Select, pack and ship items to book distributors, bookstores, members and other individuals worldwide.
• Other position-related tasks, as assigned.

DUTIES:

• Receive orders from trade and consignment orders from Acumen.
• Serve as backup to data entry for processing Temple, Center, Membership Services, Web and organization orders.
• Have a complete knowledge of each customer's packaging and shipping requirements for domestic and international orders.
• Receive, pack and ship orders for trade shows.
• Receive, pack and ship orders for domestic and international wholesale distributors.
• Pack items in boxes with appropriate packing material to prevent damage in shipping.
• Determine the optimum way to ship items using a variety of carriers.
• Prepare Customs forms and annotate envelope/box with postage needed. Annotate orders with all shipping information.
• Mail packages.
• Handle special mailings.
• Resolve shipping problems and track shipments.
• Operate forklift.
• Participate in inventory and cycle counts as required.
• Participate in the Convocation move in/move out.
• Load and unload freight trucks.
• Responsible to follow SRF's policies and established processes.
• Other position-related tasks, as assigned.

• Proven experience as a Shipping Clerk or in a similar role within a warehouse or distribution center.
• Experience in domestic and international shipping preferred.
• The ability to function well in a multi-task environment with ability to work independently.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs desired.
• Knowledge of computers and order entry.
• Good math, written and verbal communication skills a must.
• Possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Forklift certified.
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Sit, stand, walk, push and pull pallets, etc. for an extended period of time.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to represent SRF adequately when dealing with the public.
• The ability to honor and maintain a strict level of confidentiality.
• A minimum of four years high school or the equivalent skills is necessary.
• Knowledge of and experience with SRF principles and standards.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This is a full-time, hourly non-exempt position, Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. PST.

The work location is in Northeast Los Angeles, 90031 zip code. Local candidates only please. No reimbursement for relocation costs offered for this position.


We offer a competitive benefits package that features a variety of insurance coverage choices including group medical, dental, life insurance, a retirement plan and much more. We also provide paid sick, vacation and holiday time.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.

No phone calls please.