Shipping Clerk

Bob's Discount Furniture • Shorewood, IL

12d • $16 - $20

About The Position

The Shipping Clerk is responsible for real-time analysis, coordination, and balancing of Shipping Operations. The role collects and records productivity numbers, monitors daily attendance, and reports productivity information to the Shipping Manager. The Shipping Clerk also supports the Shipping Manager and Leads with administrative tasks, preparing tasks for the production crew, and completing end-of-day responsibilities. The position reports, researches, and resolves issues between the host system and WMS, maintains working knowledge of Shipping technology, and performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Ability to communicate proactively and effectively, comprehend and communicate detailed instructions, and read and write.
• General knowledge and understanding of warehouse or distribution center operations.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to quickly recognize and diagnose trends and patterns in productivity data.
• Strong attention to detail and organization; detail-oriented and accurate.
• Exceptional customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience in a warehouse environment.
• Prior experience in an administrative role.
• Must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
• Able to move throughout all areas of the distribution center.
• Able to sit, walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, and handle or move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance; able to move objects up to 250 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, coordinate, and balance Shipping Operations in real time.
• Collect and record current productivity numbers and report them to the Shipping Manager.
• Monitor and track attendance daily.
• Report, research, and resolve issues between the host system and WMS in a timely manner.
• Provide administrative support for the Shipping Manager/Lead.
• Support the Shipping Manager/Lead in ensuring tasks are ready for the production crew and end-of-day tasks are completed.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge and understanding of Shipping technology.
• Support Shipping Managers/Leads as needed and perform additional duties as requested.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and birthday leave.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with company match.
• Pet insurance and employer-paid life insurance options.
• Tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning, and career progression pathways.
• Employee discount starting on Day 1 and exclusive partner discounts.

What This Job Offers

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