Shipping Clerk

About the role

We are looking for a self-motivated and professional Shipping Clerk to join our warehouse department. The Shipping Clerk is responsible for preparing outgoing shipments.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and process product orders based on shipping backlog
• Keep files of goods shipped by preparing regular shipping reports for managers
• Utilize RF scanner to transfer materials from location to location
• Handle issues arising in shipping or inventory handling
• Troubleshoot shipping issues and work to solve them
• Place merchandise in a warehouse or storage facility by packaging, lifting items as necessary, operating forklifts and pallet jacks for large goods
• Keep warehouse and workstations clean and neat
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent qualification
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in shipping, warehouse, or logistics roles
• Experience with freight carriers (UPS, FedEx, DHL, LTL freight)
• Previous forklift experience/training
• In-depth knowledge of various warehouse machinery and equipment such as pallet jacks, scissor lifts, and forklifts

Physical Requirements

• Essential functions of this job require the following physical demands:
• Frequent sitting, talking, hearing; frequent use of hands to grip or feel; occasional standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to work in an office setting
• Must be comfortable working in a warehouse environment to include moderate noise levels
• The working area is primarily in an open warehouse setting with reasonable lighting
• Availability to work overtime including weekends, public holidays and evenings

Working Conditions

• Moderate noise levels
• Open warehouse setting with reasonable lighting
• Available to work overtime including weekends, public holidays and evenings