Shipping Clerk

Job Description

Primary Purpose and FunctionThe Shipping Clerk position picks, verifies, organizes, and prepares tire orders for shipment. The position uses order pickers and other authorized warehouse equipment, operates shipping equipment, stages completed orders, and loads tires into trailers while following established safety and order-processing procedures.
Requirements: At least 1+ years of warehouse experience
Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Pick singles, doubles, transfers, UTG, and dealer orders accurately.
• Use order pickers to retrieve tires and complete assigned orders.
• Sort, verify, organize, and prepare tires and orders for shipment.
• Stack tires in the correct bins or designated staging locations.
• Remove chalk marks from tires before shipment.
• Operate the polypropylene strapping machine to secure orders for shipment.
• Load tires and completed orders into trailers.
• Move and store tires safely using authorized warehouse equipment.
• Perform general shipping and order-processing duties as assigned.
• Report order, quantity, labeling, or location discrepancies to the supervisor.

Skills & Physical Expectations

• Ability to read and follow order information and distinguish among singles, doubles, transfers, UTG, and dealer orders.
• Ability to check order accuracy and organize tires before shipment.
• Ability to safely operate order pickers, the polypropylene strapping machine, and other authorized warehouse equipment after training.
• Strong attention to detail when picking, sorting, staging, and loading orders.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, twist, and handle tires throughout the workday.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry tires weighing 35 to 50 pounds.

Safety Equipment / PPE Required

• Eye protection: provided by UTires.
• High-visibility vest: provided by UTires.
• Steel-toe footwear: required and must be provided by the employee.

ADDITIONAL NOTES: Forklift and warehouse-equipment safety certification will be completed through UTires before the employee operates applicable equipment. Employees must wear required PPE and follow all shipping, loading, equipment, and warehouse safety procedures.
Location: Waukegan, ILPay: $20/HR
About Surestaff At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck - it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you'll enjoy when you partner with us:

• Access to a wide range of job opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
• Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
• Electronic weekly pay
• Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support

Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer. Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment DecisionsIn accordance with state mandates, we are providing this notice to inform all applicants and employees that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at various stages of our employment processes. This may include recruitment, screening, hiring, promotion, or other employment-related evaluations.AI tools may assist in reviewing application materials, assessing qualifications, or supporting decision-making. These tools do not replace human judgment; rather, they are used to support consistent and efficient evaluation.Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Surestaff is the place for you. Let's get started today!


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