Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Prince Industries LLC•Pepperell, MA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1959 by Ed Miller near Chicago, Prince Industries has grown from a one-man shop into a global manufacturing partner. With seven facilities across the U.S. and China, we serve industries from hydraulics to aerospace, handling everything from just-in-time components to high-volume assemblies. At Prince, we don’t just make parts—we solve complex supply chain challenges. We are a strategic partner, focused on helping clients improve products, reduce costs, and simplify operations. Certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, and AS9100 standards, we combine quality, innovation, and growth-minded thinking to deliver real value.

Requirements

Ability to recognize and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, inspection materials.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form with supervisor and all levels within the company as it relates to the job duties.
Ability to comprehend and follow simple oral or written instructions.
Knowledge of shipping and regulations desirable.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Basic computer skills, including experience with inventory management software (i.e., Epicor), Microsoft Office, and data entry.
Experience with FedEx and UPS.
Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Must be able to read, write and understand English.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience preferred.
Work-related experience in shipping environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Understands and observes all necessary safety procedures: safety glasses, shoes, ear protection, machine interlocks, lifting guidelines, etc. as designated in specific work area assigned.
Prepares orders (i.e., Pulling a sales order from the floor, wrapping the parts batch, packaging items) for shipment and completes required paperwork.
Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by using the shipping and receiving equipment (i.e., forklift, cherry picker, electric or manual pallet jack) in a safe manner.
Loads materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
Perform or assist with inventory cycle counting and investigate discrepancies if needed.
Understands and follows shipping procedure as defined by the Prince Industries ISO certification requirements as it relates to position.
Affixes shipping labels on packed cartons or glues shipping labels onto crates or containers.
Organizes inventory when necessary.
Operates shipping/receiving equipment such as scales, stretch wrap machine and uses pallet jack to move, convey, or hoist shipments from shipping to designated area or trucks for shipment.
Assembles cardboard containers or selects pre-assembled containers.
Completes necessary job-related paperwork to include labels and some tags, enters transactions into the inventory management system (i.e., Epicor.)
May be required to use forklift and narrow aisle truck when instructed specifically by Department Supervisor.
Frequently reviews all correspondence (i.e., Teams messages, and emails) and responds to all requests in a timely manner.
Works effectively with all department personnel and co-workers in a harmonious and cooperative manner to meet the needs and goals established by the company.
Maintains good housekeeping in assigned work area.
Additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor; may include temporary department transfer to meet production needs.