Shipping Clerk

Sihl•West Haven, CT

About The Position

A Shipping Clerk handles packaging finished goods, pulling orders, shipping orders within the U.S. and internationally, and organizing the warehouse. The role verifies and records incoming and outgoing shipments, prepares items for shipment, selects shipping methods, and maintains shipping materials and supplies. The position is full-time, hourly, and exempt, and reports to the Site Manager.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Experience using Great Plains software; if not already known, must be able to train and use the software efficiently within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Verify and maintain records for incoming and outgoing shipments; compare identifying information and count, weigh, or measure items against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.
Prepare items for shipment and determine shipping methods using knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
Pull orders from generated reports.
Affix shipping labels to packed orders and shipments.
Examine outgoing shipments to ensure they meet specifications.
Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
Move, convey, or hoist shipments using a forklift, hand truck, or pallet jack.
May receive damaged or defective goods returned to the establishment.

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