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About The Position

The Shipping/Receiving Clerk performs clerical and physical work related to shipping goods and receiving incoming shipments. The role verifies incoming goods against shipping and receiving documents, checks shipments for damage, prepares shipping records, and ensures goods are packaged, labeled, loaded, and routed appropriately. The clerk may coordinate other workers handling shipments and uses warehouse equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, or stand-up lifts. The position operates in warehouse and outdoor environments, with regular interaction with customers. Work may involve walking on uneven ground, prolonged standing, continuous walking, standing, and sitting, and exposure to extreme hot or cold weather. The regular schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (40 hours per week); nights, weekends, or holidays may occasionally be required. The role requires lifting 25 pounds and lifting 50 pounds with assistance, as well as use of required personal protective equipment in certain areas.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be able to obtain a forklift license.
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
  • Must have a valid REAL ID State Driver’s License with no restrictions.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI Tier 1 Public Trust.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).
  • Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a birth certificate or U.S. passport.
  • Must be able to maintain driving privileges aboard the Fort Benning Installation.
  • Experience with storage and warehouse functions and associated computer support systems for requisition, receipt, storage, issue, and related warehousing functions.
  • Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment and interact at all levels.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions and procedures.
  • Customer service skills.
  • Ability to work with a team.
  • Proficiency in counting and recording numbers for documentation.
  • Must be able to lift 25 pounds and lift 50 pounds with assistance.
  • Must be able to walk on uneven ground and withstand prolonged periods of standing for 6–8 hours per day.
  • Must use personal protective equipment such as a protective mask, safety vest, steel or composite shoes/boots, safety gloves, hard hat, and eyewear in certain areas.

Nice To Haves

  • One year of forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Perform clerical and physical tasks associated with shipping goods and receiving incoming shipments.
  • May direct and coordinate workers handling goods for shipment or receipt.
  • Verify incoming shipments by comparing unloaded items and quantities with bills of lading, invoices, manifests, storage receipts, or other records.
  • Verify order accuracy by comparing items and quantities gathered for shipment against DD Form 1348 documents.
  • Ensure shipments are properly packaged, identified with shipping information, and loaded into transport vehicles.
  • Prepare and maintain records of goods shipped, including DD Form 1348 and bills of lading.
  • Check goods for damage.
  • Operate equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, or stand-up lifts.
  • Ensure goods are identified for routing to departments within the establishment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

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