The Shipping Clerk works with transportation department or vendors to ensure timely inbound and outbound deliveries. Documents and processes the order shipment. Being a Shipping Clerk typically requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Investigates and recommends corrective actions for all non-conformance. In addition, Shipping Clerk typically reports to a supervisor. Being a Shipping Clerk works under moderate supervision. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Working as a Shipping Clerk typically requires 1-3 years of related experience, or may need 0 years of experience with additional specialized training and/or certification.
Shipping Clerk Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Shipping Clerk to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Creates shipping labels and handles shipping information;
- Paid Weekly;
- Follow instructions and respond to management direction;
- Ensure that our patients get their goodies with each delivery;
- Moves product to work station, shipping or staging by manually lifting and carrying and/or using conveyors, carts and hoists;
- Adhere to company, warehouse policies and procedures;
- Communication with Third Party Logistics location as need to resolve issues on receiving materials;
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel;
- Understand basic PASL services, products, and operations;
- Maintain order and shipment data in Shipping Log;
- Inventory cycle counts as needed;
- Prepare and affix appropriate documentation to cartons and packages;
- Must gain knowledge of our product offering and shipping procedures;
- Packing and preparing packages for shipment;
- Accurately count parts and put them into stock.
Requirements:
- Ability to maintain a high level of physicality for prolonged periods and working primarily standing;
- Assists finance in reconciling all freight bills and charges related to equipment movements on an ongoing basis, including small parcel shipments;
- Ability to follow established product handling procedures while complying with safety and ESD guidelines;
- Other duties as assigned;
- Startup experience a plus;
- HS Diploma or GED;
- Knowledge and/or applicable job experience;
- Standing 10+ hour shifts;
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs may be required;
- Trucking knowledge for LTL Shipments and BOL’s;
- Previous experience working with freight forwarders;
- Ability to multi-task, use personal judgment and utilize strong decision making skills;
- Must be able to work in a fast paced environment;
- Ability to understand AWB’s and customs documentation;
- Proficient with Microsoft Office programs.