Warehouse Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Warehouse Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Reports To: Warehouse Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt / Full-Time

Job Summary

The Shipping & Receiving Clerk is responsible for the physical and administrative handling of incoming and outgoing goods. This role requires a high degree of organizational skill as you will be verifying shipments against purchase orders inspecting for damage and ensuring all outgoing orders are packed and labeled for on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Receiving Duties (The Inbound Process)

• Unload Shipments: Safely unload trucks using forklifts pallet jacks or manual lifting.

• Verification: Cross-reference incoming items against packing slips and Purchase Orders (POs) to ensure quantity and SKU/Item accuracy.

• Quality Inspection: Check for damaged goods or shortages and document discrepancies immediately.

• Put-Away: Move received materials to their designated storage bins or racks and update the inventory system (RFSmart).

Shipping Duties (The Outbound Process)

• Order Fulfillment: Accurately pick products from inventory using barcode scanners.

• Packing: Securely pack items to prevent damage choosing appropriate containers.

• Logistics & Documentation: Generate shipping labels (UPS and Freight carriers using PaceJet software) and prepare Bills of Lading (BOL) for freight shipments.

• Carrier Coordination: Communicate with drivers and ensure all scheduled pickups are completed daily.

Inventory & Maintenance

• System Updates: Maintain real-time inventory accuracy by logging all movements in the computer system (NetSuite.)

• Cycle Counting: Participate in regular stock counts to reconcile physical inventory with system records.

• Safety & Organization: Maintain a clean dock area and adhere to all OSHA safety guidelines.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand/walk for 8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.

• Technical Proficiency: Experience with a Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) such as RFSmart and shipping software (e.g. Pacejet ShipStation WorldShip).

• Equipment Operation: Prior experience or certification on a forklift (sit-down or stand-up) and electric pallet jack is preferred but not required. Training will be provided if not already certified.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to spot small discrepancies in part numbers or shipping addresses.

• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for interacting with carriers and management.

Comparison of Duties

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $19.00 $20.00 per hour.

Benefits:

• 3 Weeks Paid Vacation

• 5 Paid Sick Days

• One Paid PTO Day on Your Birthday

• One Paid PTO Day for Community Involvement (Non-Profit/Charity Work)

• We follow the federal holiday schedule

• Medical 50% Employer Contribution - After 90 Days of Employment. Medical is through United Healthcare

• Dental 50% Employer Contribution - After 90 Days of Employment

• Vision 100% Employee Paid - After 90 Days of Employment

• Long Term Disability - 100% Employer Paid

• Flexible Spending

• 401k Retirement Savings Program