Shipping Clerk on Second Shift

Ascentek • Shreveport, LA

1d

About The Position

With a purpose to make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities , Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day.  What you will enjoy by being a part of a 2024 USA Great Place to Work certified company: A position that is: Hourly, Full-time (2nd Shift), Mon-Fri 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm The Shipping Clerk will maintain data within a Warehouse Management System including inventory, fulfillment, transportation, and order management. The Shipping Clerk will be responsible for planning orders, arranging transportation, maintaining transportation contacts, and work instructions for customer-routed freight.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years shipping experience
• Experience using a computerized Warehouse Management System
• Experience with scanned pick and shipment preparation
• Knowledge of LTL shipment routing and classification of freight
• Must have good command of the English language and the ability to read and understand written instructions
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations in order to accurately complete job tasks
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers to aid in satisfying customer requirements
• Ability to organize and prioritize job tasks and requirements
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished written or orally in English
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively via phone or email
• Computer proficiency utilizing ERP systems and software including Microsoft Outlook and Excel
• Employee must be able to deal with multiple assignments and work well under pressure.
• Steel-toed shoes are required for interaction in the warehouse.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing warehouse environment exposed to hot/cold temperatures and dust.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and communicate intercompany transfer needs
• Identify and communicate customer order shortages
• Sales order fulfillment
• Use of transportation module to plan orders
• Print sales order pick lists
• Schedule and confirm transportation arrangements
• Communicate with carriers such as road, rail, air, and sea companies
• Ensure customer ASN’s are performed
• Adhere to the company’s safety standards
• Responsible for adhering to and maintaining the company’s ISO standards

Benefits

• Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA/HSA options
• Paid parental leave
• Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Pet Insurance Benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• 21 Paid Days Off
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Stylish company provided uniforms and personal protective equipment
• Paid comprehensive on-the-job training
• Career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

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