Shipping Clerk

Sihl • West Haven, CT

3d

About The Position

A Shipping Clerk is responsible for all aspects of packaging of finished goods, order pulling, shipment of orders (U.S. and International), and warehouse organization.

Requirements

• Must have current forklift certification issued within the last 3 years when operating a forklift.
• Minimal 1 year experience operating as a Shipping Clerk.
• Must be able to read and comprehend work orders in English.
• Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled building which may be quite cold in the winter and close to 100 degrees in the summer.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Neatness and organizational skills are required.
• Must be able to operate a manual pallet jack.
• PC skills to use FedEx, UPS, StarShip Software, VShip Software and print labels.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must undergo a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with using Great Plains software is preferred, and if not known, must be able to train and be using the software efficiently within 3 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Verifies and keeps records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepare items for shipment: Compare identifying information and count, weigh, or measure items of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.
• Determine method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
• Pull orders from generated reports.
• Affix shipping labels on packed orders/shipments
• Examine outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications.
• Maintains inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
• Operate forklift truck or use hand truck/pallet jack to move, convey, or hoist shipments.
• May receive damaged or defective goods returned to establishment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees