Shipping Clerk

Tarkett•Florence, AL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping Clerk is responsible for managing incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining warehouse organization. This role involves coordinating with carriers, preparing shipping documents, operating material handling equipment, and entering data into the CAMs system. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend English and perform basic math skills.
Ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast paced environment.
Excellent dependability and reliability.
Ability to work quickly and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
Must be self-motivated.
Strong organizational skills.
Good written, verbal communication and collaborative skills.
Ability to perform multiple projects.
Great problem solving skills.
Familiarity with manufacturing warehouse environment.
Ability to work effectively as a team player.
Strong attention to detail.
Steel/composite toe shoes required.
Safety glasses required.
Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs.
This position could involve sitting, standing, walking, stooping, reaching, and lifting.

Nice To Haves

1 to 3 years of experience with CAMS/SAP preferred.
Hands on inventory experience preferred.
1 to 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Previous warehouse experience and equipment use preferred.
Forklift, walk behind, and scissor lift training required.

Responsibilities

Contact carrier representative to make arrangements and to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials.
Accurately plan and schedule incoming and outbound shipments.
Interact with delivery drivers, managers, and associates.
Determine shipping method, using knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
Examine contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming or outgoing shipments.
Organize outbound shipments in the Warehouse for pickup.
Ensure correct labeling on outgoing product.
Prepare documents, such as, bills of lading, and shipping orders to route materials.
Record shipment data such as weight, charges, space availability, damages and discrepancies, for reporting, accounting, and recordkeeping purposes.
Operate material handling equipment including pallet wrapper.
Notify appropriate personnel of quality issues.
Enter receiving and shipping information into CAMs.
Notify end user of incoming products.
Maintain clean shipping/receiving areas including docks, inventory organization, and racking.
Participate in cycle counting and reporting along with monthly inventory accounting.
Cross train to back up warehouse employees.
Participate in all warehouse inventories.
Other duties as assigned.