Shipping Clerk - 1st Shift

Steuben Foods•Elma, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Shipping Clerk to support daily warehouse and distribution operations. This role is responsible for coordinating shipments, processing orders, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring timely communication with carriers and internal teams.

Requirements

Minimum High School diploma or equivalent
Protean Inventory System
Barcode Inventory Scanner System
Microsoft Word and Excel
Basic math and computer skills
Previous shipping, logistics, or warehouse experience preferred
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Good communication skills and ability to work with drivers, carriers, and internal teams
Basic computer skills (data entry, email, spreadsheets)

Nice To Haves

Experience with inventory or shipping systems (SAP, Protean, etc.) is a plus

Responsibilities

Support and follow all food safety and quality standards
Input customer orders and generate pick slips
Coordinate inbound and outbound trucks with security/guard shack
Sign drivers in and out and manage driver documentation
Reserve and process shipments in internal systems (e.g., Protean)
Verify product, case counts, and code dates
Ensure product is approved and released for shipment
Create and distribute Bills of Lading (BOLs)
Schedule carrier appointments and coordinate shipping timelines
Develop and manage daily shipping schedules, including direct shipments and transfers
Coordinate transportation and product movement with off-site warehouses
Request product transfers to fulfill customer orders
Release and track inventory across storage locations
Enter shipment data into applicable systems (SAP and other platforms as needed)
Monitor and reconcile inventory; investigate and resolve discrepancies
Process and complete shipment billing and transfers
Maintain accurate records and provide documentation to Accounting
Support pallet tracking and inventory reporting as needed