Shipping Clerk I

Shipping Clerk I

The Shipping Clerk I position is responsible for all outbound shipments including picking, packing and processing, as well as verifying and maintaining records on outgoing shipments.

Key Duties

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Compares identifying information and counts, weighs or measures items of outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, etc.
• Picking, packing and processing all outgoing shipments.
• Post weights, shipping charges and prepare material for shipping.
• Palletizing, shrink-wrapping, loading prepare material for shipment.
• Maintain files and records of shipping documents for domestic and international transactions.
• Operates forklifts and order picker and all other warehouse equipment in a safe and cautious manner.
• Responsible for preparing documentation for hazardous material shipments.
• Responsible for stocking finished goods into slot locations in finished goods coolers, assuring proper storage.
• Comply with FDA, QSR and ISO regulations as required.
• Physically counts all items on daily cycle count list.
• May be required to work non-standard shifts and weekends to support department needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties/Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk up and down several flights of stairs throughout the work day in a multi-functional facility.
• Ability to lift, on a daily basis, up to 25 pounds of supplies or finished products.
• Possess a valid driver's license and ability to drive company vehicle (van).
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (lab coat, safety glasses, latex or nitrile gloves and hair net).
• Must be willing to package hazardous materials.
• Ability to work in refrigerator temperatures ranging from 2-8C.
• Must be able to analyze, concentrate and interpret processes routinely through the course of the work shift and remain focused in a fast paced open environment throughout the course of the work day.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, stoop, reach, bend, push and pull carts and hand jacks throughout the course of the work shift.

Qualifications

Minimum Education or Equivalent Experience Required/Preferred

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Prior experience in warehousing preferred.
• Previous FDA regulated environment experience preferred.

Competencies Required or Preferred

• Must be self-starter, detail oriented and organized and be able to prioritize and balance workloads and meet strict critical deadlines and perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be licensed to operate the forklifts and order picker.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communication skills along with excellent customer service and satisfaction skills.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality requirements.
• Must be able to work additional hours outside the normal work shift to support department needs (evenings and weekends).
• Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting with peers and other departments in a cross functional setting.
• Computer proficiency (Word and Excel) previous materials handling applications (MAPICS) desirable.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Excellent problem solving, troubleshooting and analyzing skills.
• Must obtain certification to ship hazardous materials/DOT compliant within one year of hire.

*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. (USA Only)*