Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Advantech•Ottawa, IL

5d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Join Advantech, Ottawa, IL as a Shipping & Receiving Clerk, where you’ll play a key role in keeping our finished goods inventory accurate and our products moving efficiently to customers worldwide. Reporting directly to the Shipping Supervisor, you’ll own the full lifecycle of our inventory – from daily cycle counts and stock additions to quarterly physical counts and annual audits. If you take pride in precision, thrive in a fast-paced warehouse environment, and want to be part of a globally recognized technology company, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; minimum 1 year of experience in shipping, receiving, or a related manufacturing/warehouse role
Basic math proficiency: ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals across various units of measure
Computer proficiency with the ability to navigate multiple software platforms and communicate effectively via email
Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions accurately
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy in inventory counts, documentation, and labeling
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
Solid organizational and time management skills with a proactive, self-motivated work style
Professional verbal and written communication skills; able to work collaboratively across departments

Nice To Haves

Experience with UPS and/or FedEx online shipping software
Forklift and/or pallet jack certification, or willingness to obtain certification upon hire
Experience with inventory management systems or ERP software

Responsibilities

Prepare, pack, and process outgoing shipments for customers and internal departments, ensuring proper carton sizing, adequate packing material, and secure sealing
Apply shipping labels, air bills, and all required carrier or department documentation accurately to each package
Operate shipping systems and carrier platforms (UPS, FedEx, etc.) for domestic and international shipments, including all customs documentation and waybills
Maintain and update physical inventory records; add new stock to proper bin locations and verify quantities for accuracy
Weigh and document all new finished goods products individually for entry into the Inventory Management system
Conduct daily cycle counts, quarterly physical inventory counts, and support yearly inventory audits
Fill material requisitions for other departments and process the appropriate paperwork
Coordinate with non-regular carriers for package pickups and pricing; organize packages per carrier specifications
Process all outgoing mail through the postage meter; deliver outgoing mail and retrieve incoming mail from the post office twice daily
Maintain shipping supply inventory using a kanban system; reorder materials as needed
Provide accurate weight quotes to Customer Service for freight charge determination
Communicate proactively with the Customer Service team and escalate any questions or concerns to the Shipping Supervisor or Director of Operations

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience (DOE)
Winning culture with a friendly, team-oriented environment!
Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) with company match
Education & personal development reimbursement program
Generous vacation and paid holidays package
Company events, and lunches
Work from home program – once eligible
Referral Bonus