Description:
The Shipping & Receiving Clerk is responsible for the accurate receipt, storage, movement, and shipment of materials throughout the facility. This position plays a key role in supporting production by maintaining inventory accuracy, operating material handling equipment safely, and ensuring customer orders are prepared and shipped on time.
This is a hands-on position requiring strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and extensive forklift operating experience in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude, be comfortable working with manufacturing equipment and materials, and be willing to cross-train and assist with production operations as business needs require.
Requirements:
Essential Functions
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Receive incoming materials and verify quantities against purchase orders and packing slips.
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Unload and load trucks safely using forklifts and other material handling equipment.
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Move raw materials, finished goods, and work-in-process throughout the facility.
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Pick, stage, package, and prepare customer orders for shipment.
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Perform shipping transactions using ERP and shipping software.
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Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts and inventory transactions.
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Inspect incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies and report issues promptly.
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Maintain warehouse organization and material locations.
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Follow FIFO inventory practices where applicable.
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Operate forklifts safely while following all company safety policies.
- Assist production personnel with material requests.
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Cross-train in production processes and provide support on the manufacturing floor as needed.
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Operate production equipment safely after receiving appropriate training.
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Assist with assembly, packaging, material preparation, or other production activities as assigned.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse and production work environment.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives in shipping, receiving, and manufacturing operations.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Minimum of 2 years of forklift operating experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
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Demonstrated ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
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Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn manufacturing equipment and production processes.
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Ability to accurately receive, store, move, and ship materials while maintaining inventory accuracy.
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Basic computer skills, including the ability to use ERP, inventory, and shipping software.
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Ability to read and understand shipping documents, packing slips, work orders, and inventory records.
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Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.
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Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
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Willingness to cross-train and support production operations as business needs require.
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Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and perform the physical requirements of the position, including standing, walking, bending, and frequent forklift operation.
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Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures.
Preferred Education & Experience
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Previous shipping and receiving experience in a manufacturing environment.
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Experience with inventory control, cycle counting, and FIFO inventory practices.
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Experience using ERP systems and shipping software.
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Experience supporting production or manufacturing operations.
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Forklift certification (or the ability to obtain certification if required by company policy).
