Shipping Clerk I
About The Position
TOK America, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Tokyo Ohka Kogyo Co., Ltd., serves as a supply hub for semiconductor photoresists and high-purity chemical agents for customers in the United States and Europe. The Shipping Clerk I facilitates shipments of incoming and outgoing products and materials, including hazardous waste, and verifies shipments of finished goods, raw materials, and supplies. The role works under general supervision; completed work is periodically reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established guidelines. There are no supervisory responsibilities. The position primarily works in a warehouse and involves handling shipments and materials, preparing shipping paperwork, coordinating schedules, and communicating shipment information. Work includes use of pallet jacks or forklifts, compliance with shipping and hazardous-material requirements, equipment maintenance assistance, housekeeping, and adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements. Employees must complete on-site instruction or on-the-job training as needed. Overtime and various shifts may be required as directed by supervisory staff.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Two years of previous logistics and warehouse experience.
- Forklift certification.
- Knowledge of common warehouse practices.
- Comfort working with chemicals, including corrosives and organic solvents.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
- Ability to perform basic mathematics.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to enter data into a computer quickly and accurately.
- Stable, verifiable work history with an excellent attendance record.
- Demonstrated attention to detail.
- Ability to become certified in shipping clerk activities conducted by the division and to cross-train as determined appropriate by the Logistics Manager.
- Ability to obtain and maintain IATA, DOT, DEA, EPA, and IMDG hazardous-goods shipping certifications.
- Ability to wear a respirator mask when performing required tasks.
- Ability to work overtime and various shifts as directed by supervisory staff.
- Reliable means of transportation to and from work.
- Successful completion of a satisfactory background check and pre-employment drug screening, including THC, in accordance with federal guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Obtain and process product orders; prepare bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents; and verify shipment details.
- Assist with preparing and maintaining delivery schedules and communicating them to relevant departments.
- Assist with unloading, loading, sorting, stocking, packaging, labeling, and dispatching goods using pallet jacks or forklifts.
- Follow applicable import and export guidelines and regulations related to DOT, IATA, IMDG, DEA, and EPA certifications.
- Communicate with internal and external teams about shipping status, discrepancies, and delivery schedules; escalate international shipping issues to appropriate personnel.
- Stay current on relevant SOPs and revisions.
- Comply with state and federal regulations and guidelines when handling hazardous materials or exposed to hazardous situations.
- Verify freight Proofs of Delivery as needed.
- Assist with maintenance of material-handling equipment.
- Follow TOK America’s corporate, manufacturing, and logistics methods and SOPs while meeting safety and efficiency standards.
- Perform 6S duties, including cleaning and general housekeeping.
- Follow onsite PPE requirements.
- Demonstrate employee engagement, coachability, and accountability for personal performance and its effect on coworkers.
- Perform other necessary duties and tasks as requested.
- Attend annual and/or quarterly refresher courses related to hazardous waste management and handling, DOT, IATA, IMDG, general safety, quality management, environmental management, and forklift safety.
- Complete on-site classroom instruction or on-the-job training to perform duties in compliance with job requirements.
- Work overtime and various shifts as directed by supervisory staff.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance; TOK pays 100% of premiums for all employees.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid life insurance.
- 15 paid holidays.
- Generous paid time off.
- On-the-job training and skill development.
- Employee assistance program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
