Shipping Clerk

Fox Factory•El Cajon, CA

7d•$18 - $24

About The Position

The Shipping Clerk assists the shipping department with clerical duties related to shipping materials. The role involves preparing and verifying outgoing shipments, processing incoming shipments, routing items to departments, maintaining shipping supplies, and potentially keeping shipment records or moving shipments with handling equipment. The position is based in a manufacturing environment and requires regular lifting of up to 50 pounds, as well as walking, standing, bending, and lifting for extended periods.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Able to read and write English.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel knowledge.
Effective time-management and organizational skills.
Detail-oriented and able to multitask.
Able to work independently or with others to complete tasks.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
Able to walk, stand, bend, and lift for long periods.
Vision abilities needed to validate and enter data on a computer.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in record keeping and/or using internal computer systems to access and document shipping or receiving records; experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Designate shipment methods based on shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
Compare identifying information and count, weigh, or measure outgoing items to verify them against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.
Apply shipping labels or stencil shipping information on cartons.
Assemble or select containers and pack items with spacers, fillers, and protective padding.
Secure containers using nails or a strapping machine, as applicable.
Mark crates or containers with identifying information and shipping instructions.
Post weights and shipping charges and affix postage.
Unpack and inspect incoming shipments, reject damaged items, record shortages, and correspond with shippers to resolve damages or shortages.
Route items to departments.
Inspect outgoing shipments to ensure they meet specifications.
Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
May maintain records of outgoing shipments and prepare items for shipment.
May operate a tier-lift truck or use a hand truck to move shipments between shipping and receiving platforms, storage, and work areas.
May direct others in preparing outgoing and receiving incoming shipments.