Shipping and Receiving Clerk - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Role Summary

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk 1 is an entry-level position responsible for supporting daily shipping and receiving operations within the facility. This role processes inbound and outbound shipments, verifies documentation, and ensures materials are accurately received, staged, and shipped according to company procedures. Working under direct supervision, the Shipping and Receiving Clerk 1 supports inventory accuracy, on-time delivery, and safe material handling while adhering to quality and safety standards.

• Position Type: Full-time

• Work Location: Sterling, IL

• Shift: 1st shift, 6:30 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday to Friday

• Pay Range: $20.01-$20.75/hr

• Receive inbound shipments and verify quantities against purchase orders and packing slips

• Inspect incoming materials for visible damage and report discrepancies to supervision

• Process outbound shipments by preparing documentation and staging materials for loading

• Accurately enter shipping and receiving transactions into ERP or warehouse systems

• Label and organize materials to maintain traceability and inventory accuracy

• Assist in loading and unloading trucks in coordination with material handlers or forklift operators

• Prepare basic shipping documentation including bills of lading and packing lists under supervision

• Maintain organized shipping and receiving areas in accordance with 5S standards

• Follow established procedures to segregate and report non-conforming or damaged goods

• Communicate shipment status and discrepancies to supervisors or appropriate departments

• Follow all safety procedures related to material handling and dock operations

• Perform additional duties as assigned

• Education: None

• Experience: 0–2 years of warehouse, shipping, or clerical experience preferred.

• Basic computer skills and ability to enter data accurately

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the shift

• Frequent lifting, bending, reaching, and handling of packages or materials

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as required

• Ability to work in a warehouse or manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and moving equipment

• Manual dexterity to handle paperwork and small components

• Visual acuity to verify labels, counts, and shipping documentation.

Mallard Manufacturing, a MacLean-Fogg Company, offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, financial security, time away, and career development:

• Medical insurance with four Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options and 100% coverage for eligible preventive care

• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 3.5%, full vesting after two years, and discretionary profit sharing

• Paid time off and paid holidays to rest, recharge, and spend time with family

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions of up to $1,000 for individual coverage or $2,000 for family coverage

• Company-paid life insurance

• Short-term disability insurance

• Long-term disability insurance available through voluntary coverage

• Paid parental leave following an eligible birth, adoption, or placement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health, legal, and financial support through Spring Health

• Four free therapy sessions each year for employees and each eligible family member

• Free 24/7 virtual healthcare through Teladoc

• Tuition reimbursement for eligible degrees and continuing education

• Professional and leadership development through LinkedIn Learning and MacLean-Fogg development programs

• Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

• Virtual physical therapy through Hinge Health

• On-demand access to earned wages through PayActiv

• Employee wellness and savings programs , including wellness incentives, equipment rebates, charitable donation matching, and a new-vehicle rebate program

• Holiday appreciation gifts for employees and their families

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

MacLean-Fogg is a privately held, fourth-generation family-owned manufacturer with more than 100 years of history. We manufacture engineered components for automotive and industrial applications and operate facilities across the United States.

Our long-term ownership allows us to invest in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities. We are committed to integrity, people, customer excellence, stewardship, continuous improvement, and building lasting relationships with our employees and customers.

MacLean-Fogg is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process may contact View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

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