Shipping & Receiving Clerk
About The Position
Assembles orders and prepares goods for shipment. Determines the best methods for packing each item to prevent damage and minimize costs. Records shipment data, including weight, lot codes, and number of pieces/pallets. Maintains knowledge of HazMat labeling requirements and ensures that all HazMat products are handled to meet standards. Receives and unpacks materials and supplies. Reports damages and discrepancies for accounting, reimbursement, and record-keeping purposes. Verifies and maintains records on incoming and outgoing shipments. Arranges for outgoing transportation as needed. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the shipping and receiving field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under general supervision.
Requirements
- High school diploma (or GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
- 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
- Must be able to lift up to 100 lb. on an occasional basis.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lb on regular basis.
- Must be capable of completing training in: Safety & HAZCOM, Forklift Training, GMP Training, Knife Policy Training, BioSecurity and Food Defense Training, Any other training needs that arise.
Nice To Haves
- Shipping & Receiving experience preferred.
- Knowledge of flavor industry preferred.
- Strong work ethic, high character and be passionate about serving others.
- Ability to multi-task and perform accurately in stressful situations is ideal.
- Attention to detail is critical.
- Strong interpersonal skills are necessary as this position involves intense teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Fills customer orders efficiently and accurately according to the standard operating procedure, including retrieving the product, packaging, verifying appropriate paperwork, labeling, quantity, and product, and inserting the appropriate information in the system to complete the order.
- Maintains knowledge of HazMat labeling and paperwork requirements and ensures that each order is packed, labeled, and shipped in accordance with those requirements.
- Verifies label accuracy and applies labels to the correct product and shipping container/pallet.
- Lifts finished products and packed items, manually or using hoists.
- Uses manual and electric pallet jack and pallet shrink wrap machine as needed.
- Moves raw materials and stocked product to appropriate shelves when production and QA testing is complete.
- Receives trucks, unloads, and checks in merchandise, verifying against packing slips.
- May provide raw material sample to QA for testing, as necessary.
- Maintains clean/safe work areas, machines, equipment, and product packaging according to safety and SQF standards (proper GMP’s and sanitary procedures).
- Assists with inventory process when scheduled.
- Assists in packaging as instructed.
- Maintains and organizes adequate shipping supplies, including box materials.
- Ensures machinery is serviced and functional.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
