Shipping & Receiving Clerk

CJ Logistics HR Team•Champaign, IL

41d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

CJ Logistics is hiring a Shipping & Receiving Clerk to serve as the main point of contact for incoming and outgoing drivers at the Welcome Center or Shipping and Receiving Office. The role supports logistics operations by verifying and processing shipments, maintaining schedules, coordinating yard and dock activities, and ensuring shipping and receiving documentation is accurate and complete. The Clerk facilitates communication, provides customer service, and helps uphold inventory and process integrity. The position is on-site and operates in both warehouse and office environments. The warehouse may involve varying temperatures, loud noise, dust, odors, airborne particles, concrete floors, moving mechanical equipment, and frequent exposure to powered industrial vehicles and warehouse traffic. Required personal protective equipment includes steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests. The office is climate-controlled, typically quiet to moderate in noise, and uses standard office equipment. The listed schedules are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for first shift or 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. for second shift. Hours may vary by shift and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs. Compensation is $18.00–$21.00 per hour, with a $0.50-per-hour differential for second shift; the role is not incentive eligible.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent, or equivalent relevant experience.
1–2 years of relevant experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Basic math, reading, and record-keeping skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Effective problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk while working on a computer.
Ability to use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and telephone; speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone.
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or lift up to 10 pounds.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests.

Nice To Haves

Previous shipping and receiving experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.
Previous experience with AS400 and/or warehouse management systems (WMS).
Familiarity with dock and yard management processes.
Familiarity with electronic record-keeping and label printing systems.
Experience collaborating with procurement or inventory teams.

Responsibilities

Greet drivers and sign them in and out of the facility, verifying and completing required paperwork.
Assign dock doors to inbound and outbound loads in coordination with yard spotters and warehouse teams.
Process Bills of Lading and associated shipping and receiving documentation, maintaining accurate records.
Maintain real-time door and yard reports for trailer inventory.
Maintain and update inbound and outbound shipment schedules using warehouse management systems.
Coordinate yard movements and dock assignments with the spotter or yard jockey to optimize operational flow.
Reconcile inbound shipments with packing slips and coordinate drop lot activity.
Provide responsive, high-quality customer service to internal and external customers.
Promptly communicate shipment issues or scheduling changes to management, drivers, and warehouse teams.
Report errors or issues to appropriate leadership to support process accuracy and compliance.
Participate in required training programs to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Perform duties safely, timely, and professionally; maintain an organized workspace and follow safety protocols.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.