Adecco Staffing is assisting a great company in Newburyport to find a qualified Shipping & Receiving Clerk! This is a temp to hire opportunity.
Hours: 7:30AM-4:00PM, Monday-Friday
Pay: $23-$25/hour DOE
Position Summary
The Shipping and Receiving Clerk plays a critical role in managing the inbound and outbound flow of materials and products. This position ensures accurate inventory control, adherence to strict Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and timely delivery to domestic and international customers. The ideal candidate maintains an organized, compliant stockroom environment while collaborating with Quality Assurance, Purchasing, and Inside Sales.
Key Responsibilities
1. Material Receiving & Quality Control
Unload incoming materials safely from shipping trucks and transport vehicles.
Open all packages to collect, verify, and sort paperwork, including packing slips and Certificates of Conformance (CofC).
Count received items and meticulously compare physical quantities against packing slips.
Confirm accurate counts in the system or immediately notify the Purchasing department of any discrepancies.
Maintain daily digital records by uploading all packing slips to the company file server per SOP guidelines.
Verify part numbers, revisions, and quantities on CofCs against the Purchase Order (PO) before forwarding documentation to the Quality department.
Stage and place inventory into designated storage locations, including general stock, bulk stock, work cells, or floor stock.
Physically transport and place required items into the QA area for incoming inspection.
2. Shipping & Logistics Management
Package and palletize finished goods securely to prevent damage during transit.
Adhere to company packaging SOPs while accommodating specific customer packaging requests.
Monitor the shipping dispatch schedule to pick, pack, and ship products on time to meet customer delivery dates.
Coordinate and schedule pickups with carriers, including standard parcel, freight, and courier services.
Research the most economical and efficient shipping methods based on standard protocols or custom scenarios provided by Inside Sales.
Manage international and domestic logistics, ensuring the application of proper Harmonized System (HS) codes and completion of required customs paperwork.
Track shipments actively and troubleshoot transit delays to ensure on-time delivery.
3. Stockroom Organization & Inventory Integrity
Maintain a neat, clean, and safe stockroom environment where all inventory is clearly labeled and easily identifiable.
Enforce First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory management principles across all stock categories.
Monitor and review expiration dates periodically, ensuring expired products are flagged and handled correctly.
4. Secondary Duties
Assist with routine inventory cycle counts to support stock accuracy.
Process Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs) within the Quality Management System (QMS) and deliver returned units to the testing department.
Participate in internal quality audits by answering process-related questions clearly and accurately.
Qualifications and Skills
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Proven experience in shipping, receiving, or warehouse operations.
Experience with international shipping documentation, customs regulations, and HS codes.
Familiarity with QMS software, digital file servers, and inventory management systems.
Strong attention to detail with basic math skills for accurate inventory counting.
Ability to interpret purchase orders, packing slips, and technical document revisions.
Excellent communication skills to coordinate effectively with internal teams and external carriers.
Physical capability to lift heavy packages, stand for extended periods, and operate warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jacks).
If you are interested, please apply with your updated resume!
Pay Details: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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