Shipping and Receiving Clerk {177274}

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Location: Eden Prairie, MN 55344

Pay: $23.00-$25.00/hour; negotiable depending on experience.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, 40 hours per week

Employment Type: W2 Temp-to-hire; Intent to convert to a permanent employment after the initial temp period based on performance and business needs.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk Job Summary

We are seeking a Shipping and Receiving Clerk to support daily warehouse operations at an onsite facility in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This role is responsible for preparing outgoing shipments, processing incoming deliveries, maintaining accurate shipping and receiving records, and ensuring materials are handled and routed correctly. The ideal candidate has prior shipping experience, is comfortable using computer-based shipping systems, and can work independently while supporting the needs of the team.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk Responsibilities

• Prepare, label, pack, and load items for shipment according to established specifications.
• Process outgoing shipments using carrier websites and shipping software, including FedEx and UPS systems.
• Unload incoming delivery vehicles and move materials to the appropriate designated areas.
• Inspect incoming shipments for damage and verify quantities against freight bills and receiving records.
• Document discrepancies, damaged items, and other receiving issues.
• Maintain accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Use basic computer applications, email, Excel, internet tools, and third-party shipping software to complete daily tasks.
• Operate a pallet jack to move materials safely throughout the work area.
• Follow workplace safety procedures and communicate shipping or receiving issues to the appropriate team members.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk Qualifications

• 1–3 years of shipping, receiving, warehouse, or related experience.
• Experience using FedEx and UPS shipping portals is strongly preferred.
• Basic computer skills, including internet navigation, email, and Microsoft Excel.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous pallet jack experience preferred.
• Standard safety shoes required.
• Forklift experience or certification is not required.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to verify shipment information accurately.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk Work Environment and Schedule

• This is a fully onsite position in Eden Prairie, MN.
• Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, totaling 40 hours per week.
• Some flexibility in the schedule may be possible; however, availability during late-afternoon carrier pickup times is essential, with coverage required until at least 5:00 PM.
• Candidates must be able to safely move materials using a pallet jack and wear required safety shoes.

If you have shipping and receiving experience, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with carrier shipping systems, this is an opportunity to apply your skills in a hands-on warehouse support role.