Clerk - Shipping 2nd / 3rd Shift - Cincinnati

Packaging Corporation of America•Blue Ash, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for supporting the shipment of goods produced and received, ensuring efficient operations within the warehouse. The Clerk will manage carrier pick-ups, transfer stock, store units, and maintain a clean and safe work environment. This position also involves making local pick-ups and deliveries, documenting material movement, and assisting forklift operators. A key aspect of the role is ensuring accurate inventory counts and reporting any equipment or material issues to supervisors.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1+ years’ experience as a Shipping Clerk.
Qualified to operate a Forklift.
Ability to operate a lift truck and previously attended a driver’s safety course.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the corrugated industry.
Reasonable proficiency on a computer.
Able to learn to navigate programs and systems.
Able to print and understand various BOLs and Reports.
Be able to create, update, and maintain the daily dispatch log and alert Shipper/Loaders to any potential issues or special loading requirements.
Effective and professional oral and written communication.
Understand and work to optimize Shipping Department metrics (On-time delivery, $/ton, lbs/trailer, unit height optimization, cube utilization).

Responsibilities

Make arrangements for pick-up by the carrier specified on the customer’s purchase order.
Transfer stock to and from trucks.
Store units of stock in the warehouse in an orderly fashion to expedite retrieval.
Support the shipment of goods produced and the received goods and supplies to aid in the production/storage of goods destined for sale.
Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly manner and follow prescribed safety regulations.
Make pick-ups and deliveries to suppliers for parts and raw materials using a company van.
Understand and follow instructions on factory card.
Understand and practice correct equipment operation.
Operate wrapping equipment when necessary.
Unload and load stock on trucks.
Document materials loaded on and taken off trucks.
Responsible for shipping orders, forms, inventory tags and counts on materials received or shipped.
Assist Forklift Operators to balance the workload, organize warehouses, and perform general cleaning.
Report any missing, broken, bent, or worn parts to supervisor or maintenance.
Complete the Forklift inspection form before start of shift and when operating a new forklift.
Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.