Shipping Clerk

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC • San Marcos, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping Clerk is responsible for accurately preparing, packaging, and shipping customer orders in a timely manner. This role supports daily shipping operations, ensures inventory accuracy, and coordinates shipments with domestic and international carriers. Experience with international shipping processes is preferred.

DwyerOmega is a globally trusted leader in manufacturing innovative instrumentation solutions for Process Measurement, Automation, Control and HVAC markets. With very strong brand recognition and high levels of customer loyalty, DwyerOmega has an unmatched reputation for providing customized solutions that meet and exceed customer needs. Our team of engineering experts help our customers select technical, and often configured, product solutions for their unique applications.
The company offers over 300,000 state-of-the-art products for process measurement and control of temperature, humidity, pressure, strain, force, flow, level, pH, conductivity, and indoor air quality, and is a recognized global leader in the digital marketing of technical products. The products that we manufacture are used to control and drive process efficiency, creating safe and sustainable environments.
At DwyerOmega, we enable our customers to improve the world – one measurement at a time. We achieve this through our unwavering commitment to technology, customer service, and overall continuous improvement. Every day, we strive to cultivate a culture of ingenuity, empowerment, accountability, adaptability, and speed.
The company’s corporate headquarters are based in Michigan City, Indiana, and Norwalk, CT with manufacturing locations and sales offices located throughout the world.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a shipping/receiving or warehouse role within a manufacturing setting preferred.
• 2–4 years of shipping/receiving or warehouse experience.
• Experience with international shipping processes preferred.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Infor/Syteline a plus).
• Familiarity with shipping systems (UPS, FedEx, DHL, LTL carriers).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills, including Outlook and Excel.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with export documentation and compliance (AES, international regulations).
• Import/Export certification or related training, preferred.
• Exposure to lean or continuous improvement practices.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with international shipping processes is preferred.
• Infor/Syteline a plus.
• Import/Export certification or related training, preferred.
• Forklift experience a plus, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, and ship customer and internal orders (production, catalog, and marketing orders).
• Verify order accuracy, including part numbers, quantities, and shipping documentation.
• Generate and process shipping paperwork including bills of lading and carrier documentation.
• Coordinate shipments with carriers such as UPS, FedEx, DHL, and LTL providers.
• Support international shipments, including documentation and compliance requirements (AES, export paperwork, etc.) when applicable.
• Perform data entry for shipped orders and resolve shipping discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with inventory control within the shipping department.
• Weigh, pack, and label materials, parcels, and crates appropriately.
• Review open orders and follow up on missing or incomplete shipment information.
• Assist with returns to vendors and ensure proper handling of returned materials.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper handling of hazardous materials per MSDS guidelines.
• Support packaging requirements, including Level B packaging procedures where applicable.

Benefits

• We believe in transparent and equitable pay. All U.S. job postings include a good-faith salary range based on role, location, experience, and internal equity. We're happy to discuss compensation openly throughout the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

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