Warehouse Shipping & Receiving clerk
About The Position
The Warehouse Shipping & Receiving Clerk supports inbound receiving and outbound shipping operations, including LTL, FTL, and small parcel shipments; receiving and inventory control; hazmat limited-quantity documentation; and facility security functions. The role prepares and dispatches shipments, receives and verifies inbound goods, conducts security checks, and coordinates with carriers, visitors, and internal teams while following regulatory, safety, and company requirements. The position processes shipping and receiving transactions, maintains accurate operational and audit records, communicates status updates and resolves discrepancies, and helps ensure shipments meet customer requirements and shipping windows. It is based in a warehouse environment and involves physical work and coordination with multiple departments. Overtime or weekend work may be needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 2–3 years of experience in warehouse shipping and/or receiving, preferably handling LTL and parcel shipments.
- Working knowledge of hazmat shipping regulations (49 CFR) and limited-quantity shipping requirements.
- Experience with carrier shipping platforms such as UPS WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager, or FreightQuote.
- Knowledge of warehouse management systems, including RF scanners.
- Forklift certification.
- Strong understanding of bills of lading, packing slips, manifests, and other shipping and receiving documentation.
- Ability to read, understand, and communicate work-related information in English sufficiently to perform essential duties safely and effectively, including following written instructions and safety procedures and completing required documentation.
- Ability to perform basic math calculations, including counting, addition, subtraction, and quantity verification.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work as a team player under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective time-management and prioritization abilities.
- Proactive, reliable, and adaptable to changing operational needs.
- Professional demeanor and sound judgment when performing security functions.
- Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift, frequently bend, reach, and stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to safely operate a forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.
- Flexibility to work overtime or weekends as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with WMS/ERP systems such as Koerber, NetSuite, or SAP is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Communicate receiving status and issues to Stock, Quality Assurance, and management.
- Prepare and process LTL and small parcel shipments, including bills of lading, shipping labels, and related documents.
- Ensure hazmat limited-quantity items are properly packaged, labeled, and documented according to DOT and carrier regulations.
- Label outgoing shipments accurately and follow customer-specific labeling requirements.
- Verify outgoing shipments against packing lists and sales orders for accuracy and completeness.
- Consolidate shipments by purchase order, distribution center, or ship date as required.
- Prepare end-of-day shipping manifests for carriers.
- Coordinate with warehouse departments to ensure shipments meet customer shipping windows.
- Perform shipping and receiving transactions using WMS or ERP systems.
- Safely operate RF scanning guns, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other warehouse equipment.
- Maintain shipping and receiving logs, including order status, staging areas, and carrier check-in and check-out times.
- Provide mid-day and end-of-day status reports to the supervisor and logistics team.
- Communicate with customer service, warehouse teams, and carriers to resolve shipping or receiving discrepancies and delays.
- Maintain accurate records and logs for audits, inventory traceability, and security documentation.
- Keep the work area clean and organized before and after each shift.
- Follow warehouse procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Perform additional duties assigned to support warehouse operations.
- Conduct security checks and coordinate with carriers and visitors.
Benefits
- Full benefits
- 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
