Shipping and Receiving Clerk 6am to 2pm $17/hour

Butterball Farms, Inc.•Grand Rapids, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk verifies and maintains records for incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment. Duties include assembling, addressing, labeling, and shipping merchandise or materials; receiving, unpacking, verifying, and recording incoming items; and arranging transportation of products. The position pays $17 per hour, with a shift premium for work past 2 p.m. The role works in production and outdoor environments. Production temperatures may range from -10 to 65 degrees. Physical activities and lifting requirements vary; team lifting is required for items over 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Previous Hi-Lo experience.
Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English fluently.
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving and shipping goods.
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and techniques for effective manufacturing and distribution.
Basic arithmetic skills.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong time-management skills.
Ability to select and use training and procedures when learning or teaching new things.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to see details at close range.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Basic computer skills.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be evaluated individually.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds occasionally, pushing and pulling heavier loads occasionally, and team-lifting anything over 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience in a shipping and receiving position.
Work Keys National Career Readiness Certificate.

Responsibilities

Examine shipment contents and compare them with manifests, invoices, orders, or other records to verify accuracy.
Prepare work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders to route materials.
Determine shipping methods using knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
Record shipment data, including weight, charges, space availability, damages, and discrepancies, for reporting and record keeping.
Coordinate with the shipping supervisor to resolve damages, shortages, and specification issues.
Store shipping materials and supplies and maintain inventory of stock.
Deliver or route materials to departments using devices such as a hand truck or Hi-Lo.
Maintain and conduct inventory control.
Organize and maintain the appearance of dock freezers, coolers, the tempering room, and dock hallway.
Use FIFO procedures for incoming and outgoing materials.