AZ Shipping Clerk I

FM Industries • Tempe, AZ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping Clerk I processes shipments of materials, supplies, and products and performs basic administrative, clerical, operational, and computational tasks. Decisions are limited to defined work expectations, quality standards, priorities, and timing. The role works under close supervision and established policies, practices, and guidelines, with minimal opportunity for deviation.

The primary work location is 1530 W. Broadway Road, Tempe, Arizona, until January, after which the position will transition to a new location on 32nd Street. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with overtime as needed. The work environment includes indoor and outdoor areas and regular exposure to moving equipment. Personal protective equipment is required to prevent exposure to hazardous materials commonly used in manufacturing.

Requirements

• Forklift certification is required.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Reliable attendance.
• 0–2 years of experience.
• Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods and to walk, push, pull, stoop, kneel, or bend to the floor.
• Ability to lift and/or move items weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to use required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses and shoes, gloves, ear plugs or covers, a mask, and a cleanroom suit.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of ERP software; Epicor is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather, verify, and pack items for shipment according to specifications and established procedures.
• Ensure each order has the correct paperwork, packing, and shipping labels.
• Package boxes requiring special handling according to applicable processes and policies.
• Follow packaging specifications and perform packaging processes for customer shipments.
• Assemble, line, and pad cartons, crates, and containers using hand tools.
• Seal containers or materials using glues, fasteners, nails, and hand tools.
• Sort packages by ship type and place them in the correct locations.
• Create packing slips and arrange domestic customer shipments using FedEx and UPS software systems.
• Stage packages in specified areas for carrier pickup.
• Assist with loading outgoing shipments onto assigned carriers using material handling equipment.
• Maintain department records.
• Clean warehouse and packaging areas to maintain safe working conditions in accordance with 6S protocol.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.
• Comply with applicable environmental, health, and safety laws and regulations, company policy, and accepted safe work practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• PTO program
• Nine paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee
• Tuition assistance
• Pet insurance
• Flexible spending plans
• Health spending plans
• Online learning center with thousands of training resources
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 30% company match; 100% vested after six years

What This Job Offers

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