Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Lafferty Equipment Manufacturing Inc•North Little Rock, AR

just now•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping & Receiving Clerk is responsible for receiving incoming materials, preparing outgoing shipments, maintaining accurate inventory records, and ensuring all products are handled safely and efficiently. This role plays a critical part in keeping production and customer deliveries on schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
1–2 years of shipping/receiving or warehouse experience preferred
Basic computer skills (ERP or shipping software experience a plus)
Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Basic understanding of warehouse safety standards and OSHA compliance
Experience meeting daily shipping deadlines and productivity goals

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
Experience using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Epicor, etc.)
Experience with UPS, FedEx, and LTL freight shipping processes
Forklift certification and recent operating experience
Familiarity with inventory cycle counting and physical inventory processes
Experience working with Bills of Lading and export documentation
Strong math skills and ability to verify counts accurately
Lean, 5S, or continuous improvement experience

Responsibilities

Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, and delivery documentation
Reconcile packing lists to purchase orders and identify discrepancies in quantity or part numbers
Verify and reconcile any discrepancies found by accounting in quantity, pricing, or part numbers
Enter accurate receipt transactions into ERP system and ensure materials are properly received for accounting and inventory purposes
Submit completed and verified receiving documentation to Accounting to support timely vendor invoice processing and payment
Communicate and receiving discrepancies with Purchasing and Accounting, including shortages, damages, incorrect items, or missing documentation
Track and follow up on open receiving issues until fully resolved and closed
Unload trucks using forklift or pallet jack (as required)
Label, tag, and store materials in proper warehouse locations following company procedures
Document and report damaged, non-conforming, or suspect materials and assist with corrective action as needed
Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders accurately
Verify product counts and ensure correct items are shipped
Generate shipping labels and required documentation
Coordinate with carriers (UPS, FedEx, LTL, etc.)
Ensure shipments meet company quality and packaging standards
Assist with cycle counts and physical inventory
Maintain organized warehouse layout
Monitor inventory levels and report discrepancies
Follow FIFO procedures where applicable
Follow all warehouse safety procedures
Maintain a clean and organized work environment
Use required PPE
Comply with company policies and OSHA standards