Shipping Clerk

Shipping Clerk

Warehouse Shipping Clerk

Typical Hours

2nd: 3:15pm - 11:45pm

Summary / Objective

Performs a variety of shipping and receiving tasks.

Verifies materials received are as ordered and routes incoming items to appropriate departments/locations.

Prepares items for shipment.

Percentage of Job/ Essential Job Functions


* Prepares shipments for postal or commercial conveyance; determines most economical and efficient shipping method; selects appropriate shipping container; packs items to ensure safe delivery.


* Prepares bills of lading; checks items to be shipped against work orders to ascertain that quantities, destination, and routing are correct.


* Receives and unloads incoming materials and compares information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment; may process return shipments from customers.


* Sorts, counts, packages, labels, insures, unpacks, and/or logs inventory which is shipped or received.


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* Inspects shipments for damages or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisor and/or purchasing personnel.


* Delivers items to requisitioning departments and obtains authorized signatures for accepted items.


* Traces lost shipments and/or customer claims of lost shipments; initiates proof of delivery documents.


* May maintain department database, prepare routine reports, and file shipping/receiving records.


* Daily paperwork and other duties as assigned.


* Maintain a clean and neat work area.

Competencies


* Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.


* Ability to read and write.


* Records maintenance skills.


* Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.


* Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.


* Ability to receive, track, and distribute materials, supplies, and equipment.


* Knowledge of light equipment operation and/or maintenance.


* Ability to lead and train staff and/or students.


* Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.


* Ability to read, sort, check, count, and verify numbers.


* Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.


* Ability to perform simple arithmetic.


* Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.


* Ability to receive, stock, and/or deliver goods.


* Knowledge of postal or commercial shipping methods and procedures


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Minimum General Requirements


* High School Diploma or GED


* At least 2 years warehouse experience

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