Shipping and Receiving Clerk

thyssenkrupp Materials NA • Elgin, IL

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About The Position

Reporting to the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor, the Shipping and Receiving Clerk accurately enters materials and goods received into inventory and maintains organized documentation of transactions. The role coordinates shipping, damaged goods, and returns, and serves as the primary point of contact for inquiries about shipments, orders, and inventory.

This position works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with optional weekend overtime. The position is identified as safety-sensitive and requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include marijuana testing in accordance with applicable laws.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate with plant managers, sales staff, and plant personnel.
• Ability to understand equipment and tolerances, demonstrated through past experience and successful performance.
• Warehouse experience with forklifts, packing, and measuring.
• Safety mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• Knowledge of metals handled, including proper staging, processing, packaging, and shipping.
• First aid and CPR training.
• Exposure to SAP, safety programs, ISO standards, and lean practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of items shipped and received.
• Oversee safe and reliable packaging of outgoing shipments.
• Process items for shipment according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Review shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments, and required shipping methods and meet shipping and receiving schedules.
• Review international shipment documentation for compliance with applicable standards.
• Communicate in a timely, effective, and professional manner with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Maintain records, filing, and other administrative duties as required.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures and immediately report accidents to a manager or supervisor.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Voluntary wellness programs.
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED