Warehouse Account Associate

Transmaritime•Laredo, TX

About The Position

The Warehouse Account Associate verifies and records incoming and outgoing shipments, prepares items for shipment, and maintains records and inventory of cargo held in the warehouse. The role processes shipment and customer information from multiple departments and document formats, enters data into prescribed systems, and prepares shipping documents such as bills of lading and manifests. The associate also uses computer systems and other technology to track goods, checks entries and reports for errors or duplicates, and completes assignments within required timeframes. The position requires adherence to safety procedures and practices.

Responsibilities

Compare identifying information and count, weigh, or measure incoming and outgoing items to verify shipment details against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.
Direct others in preparing outgoing shipments and receiving incoming shipments, when needed.
Process information from departments and customers and review documents for inconsistencies and data-entry errors.
Request additional information for incomplete documents.
Enter information from electronic documents, handwritten pages, and printed files into designated formats.
Prepare shipping documents, including bills of lading and manifests, using prescribed system software.
Maintain inventory records of shipments and cargo on hand in the warehouse.
Use computers and necessary technology to track goods and shipment details.
Convert handwritten or faded text into digital or electronic information.
Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
Check system information for errors or duplicates before submitting or transmitting it, particularly in reports sent to customers.
Access browser-based systems for online data entry.
Complete data-entry assignments within prescribed timeframes.
Enter data into computer programs for future use.
Follow safety protocols and procedures, including proper equipment operation, use of personal protective equipment, and safe handling practices; promote safety awareness among team members.