Shipping Clerk - Los Angeles, CA

SELF-REALIZATION FELLOWSHIP CHURCH•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping Clerk is responsible for receiving and shipping Sales Department orders, and acting as a backup for other departments’ orders processing. This role involves selecting, packing, and shipping items to book distributors, bookstores, members, and other individuals worldwide. Other position-related tasks may be assigned.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Shipping Clerk or in a similar role within a warehouse or distribution center.
Experience in domestic and international shipping preferred.
Ability to function well in a multi-task environment with ability to work independently.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs desired.
Knowledge of computers and order entry.
Good math, written and verbal communication skills.
Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Forklift certified.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, push and pull pallets, etc. for an extended period of time.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to represent SRF adequately when dealing with the public.
Ability to honor and maintain a strict level of confidentiality.
A minimum of four years high school or the equivalent skills is necessary.
Knowledge of and experience with SRF principles and standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience in domestic and international shipping.

Responsibilities

Receive and ship Sales Department orders.
Act as a backup for other departments’ orders processing.
Select, pack, and ship items to book distributors, bookstores, members, and other individuals worldwide.
Receive orders from trade and consignment orders from Acumen.
Serve as backup to data entry for processing Temple, Center, Membership Services, Web and organization orders.
Have complete knowledge of each customer's packaging and shipping requirements for domestic and international orders.
Receive, pack, and ship orders for trade shows.
Receive, pack, and ship orders for domestic and international wholesale distributors.
Pack items in boxes with appropriate packing material to prevent damage in shipping.
Determine the optimum way to ship items using a variety of carriers.
Prepare Customs forms and annotate envelope/box with postage needed.
Annotate orders with all shipping information.
Mail packages.
Handle special mailings.
Resolve shipping problems and track shipments.
Operate forklift.
Participate in inventory and cycle counts as required.
Participate in the Convocation move in/move out.
Load and unload freight trucks.
Follow SRF’s policies and established processes.
Perform other position-related tasks as assigned.