Receiving Clerk

Lamour•Hildebran, NC

3d•$19 - $19

About The Position

The Receiving Clerk is responsible for inbound dock operations within the distribution center. Duties include unloading shipments, inspecting and verifying incoming products, processing purchase order receipts, documenting discrepancies, and staging inbound material for put-away in accordance with company and carrier requirements. The role involves substantial hands-on freight handling, with approximately 30% of the shift spent operating forklifts, powered pallet jacks, or other equipment to move and stage inbound material. The position works Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and pays $19 per hour. It is physically demanding and requires regularly lifting up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1–2 years of receiving, shipping, or dock operations experience.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
Strong attention to detail when verifying quantities, documentation, and product condition.
Solid organizational, communication, and time management skills.
Dependability, punctuality, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced dock environment.

Nice To Haves

Forklift or pallet jack experience; certification may be obtained onsite.
Experience using Blue Cherry WMS or another warehouse management system.
Knowledge of purchase orders, advance shipping notices, and carrier delivery documentation.

Responsibilities

Unload parcel deliveries, LTL freight, and floor-loaded containers by hand or with appropriate conveyors, forklifts, powered pallet jacks, hand trucks, and dock equipment.
Position, extend, and reposition the flexible roller conveyor by hand during unloading, and safely set up and stow it for each container.
Hand-stack and palletize cartons into stable, square loads for put-away according to company standards.
Inspect incoming goods for damage, quantity accuracy, and condition against purchase orders or advance shipping notices, and report discrepancies to the supervisor.
Record shortages, overages, and visible damage on carrier paperwork before signing, and retain documentation for freight claims.
Process inbound receipts in the Blue Cherry warehouse management system and update inventory records and locations after verification.
Stage received material in designated put-away areas and assist with put-away and material moves as needed to keep the receiving dock clear.
Maintain inbound documentation, including packing slips, delivery receipts, and container paperwork, according to company recordkeeping requirements.
Coordinate inbound dock scheduling for carrier deliveries and container arrivals with the supervisor and operations team, and communicate receipt status, delays, or carrier issues in real time.
Operate powered industrial equipment safely, complete and document daily pre-shift equipment inspections, and comply with certification and safety requirements.
Keep the receiving area clean, organized, and safe.
Follow company safety, housekeeping, and documentation standards.
Support other warehouse functions during high-volume or seasonal periods.