Shipping Receiving Clerk

Wabtec•Milwaukee, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping Receiving Clerk is responsible for the shipping and receiving functions at Wabtec’s Motive Equipment location, which produces cab comfort products for locomotives. The role supports compliance with Wabtec quality standards and efficient work in a lean environment, contributing to customer satisfaction. The clerk reports directly to the Production Supervisor. The position is performed on-site during the scheduled shift and involves daily face-to-face interaction with production-line employees and management. Work is normally in a controlled office environment, with occasional work on a production shop floor where temperatures vary with weather conditions. The role may involve occasional exposure to fumes and minimal to moderate noise. Hearing protection is required in designated areas; safety shoes and safety glasses are required on the shop floor. The hourly pay range is $24.00–$27.00.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least five years of experience in a shipping/receiving role.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and ERP systems.
Experience operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
Ability to work effectively unsupervised.
Strategic and creative thinking to analyze issues and develop solutions.
Ability to respond positively to feedback and implement changes in processes and procedures as needed.
Basic math skills.
Ability to use software such as Oracle and website-based customer or supplier portals.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to work on-site during the scheduled shift and communicate face-to-face with employees and management.
Ability to hear, sit for up to six hours at a time with minimal breaks, and lift or move up to 10 pounds independently or up to 25 pounds with assistance.
Close and distance vision, color distinction, and ability to observe small handwriting, labels, and components.
Wear hearing protection in designated areas and safety shoes and safety glasses on the shop floor.
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.; employment is contingent on successful completion of a drug screen and fitness-for-duty test, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

International shipping experience.

Responsibilities

Compare identifying information and count, weigh, or measure incoming and outgoing shipments against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.
Determine shipment methods and contact trucking companies or third-party logistics providers to schedule pickups.
Load and unload inbound and outbound trucks and interact with freight personnel.
Scan shipping paperwork and affix shipping labels to packed cartons.
Assemble containers and package products using appropriate packing materials.
Unpackage and inspect incoming shipments for damage or shortages and enter information into the ERP system.
Consult the purchasing department to resolve issues as needed.
Use customer, UPS, and FedEx portals to ship outbound shipments.
Use the ERP system to process shipments, pick orders, and generate bills of lading, packing slips, and invoices.
Upload required paperwork to the corporate team to obtain customs paperwork.
Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned.