Shipping & Receiving Clerk - Military veterans preferred

Position Summary:

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk will be assisting the broader operations team with day to day shipping and receiving functions required to provide exceptional customer experience and ensure orders are shipped on time. 

 Key Responsibilities:

• Manage shipping/receiving systems, daily operations, and performance metrics
• Process inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments through company ERP, UPS, FedEx, and DHL sites.  
• Prepare outgoing shipments safely and securely in boxes, crates, and on pallets
• Build crates, pallets, and custom over-sized cartons; operate forklifts as needed
• Identify areas of needed improvement; develop and implement shipping/receiving operating procedures
• Review and implement customer packaging and labeling specifications
• Communicate and collaborate with customers, co-workers, and management to provide exceptional customer service and optimize processes
• Schedule couriers/freight trucks and review costs for optimal budget planning
• Resolve issues regarding incoming and outgoing shipments
• Manage customer portals for shipping as required
• Maintain inventory of department supplies

Qualifications/Requirements:

• At least 3 years of experience in logistics, warehouse, or related field, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge and experience with UPS, FedEx, and DHL shipping sites
• Experience working with a company ERP or operating system
• International shipment management, including import/export knowledge preferred
• Adept at learning new technology and new systems
• Flexible and able to excel in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Positive, team-player with the ability to establish rapport with co-workers and customers
• High School diploma or equivalent 
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and stand on your feet for majority of shift

What we offer: 

Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Company paid for Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance.

Additional Benefits: Paid time off, Floating Holidays, Volunteer time off, and sick time off (depending on state of employment). 401k Plan

Employee Perks: Discounts on products and services.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.  If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.