Shipping Clerk- International

About the role

FLANDERS is a world leader in renewing machines for heavy industry, specializing in the largest and most intricate applications. Our expertise encompasses distributing, servicing, repairing, designing, and manufacturing electric rotating machines. Additionally, we take pride in offering cutting-edge AI-powered condition-based monitoring, customized controls, seamless systems integration, and advanced automation solutions. Our Evansville Logistics team has an opening for a Shipping Clerk - International to assist the coordination of daily domestic and international shipping functions in the Logistics Department.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

• Assist with coordination of inventory/materials
• Place orders (purchase requisitions) to obtain an adequate supply of shipping and receiving materials
• Maintain knowledge of proper packaging methods
• Maintain knowledge of most common shipping and receiving equipment
• Obtain and maintain certification as a FLANDERS certified fork truck operator

Shipping duties include:

• Assist management with developing agreements with freight carriers and monitoring their performance
• Make arrangements for pick-up by the specified carrier(s) of all domestic outbound shipments
• Make arrangements for pick-up of international outbound shipments as needed
• Complete all commercial documents for international shipments
• Complete Bill-of-Lading forms
• Maintain knowledge of various forms and software used and required by freight, international, and parcel carriers
• Complete all appropriate internal and external documentation for proper shipping procedure
• Provide proof of deliveries to the invoicing department as required
• Complete freight requisitions as required
• Package product appropriately for shipment
• Load trucks for shipment

Other responsibilities include:

• Assist the Shipping and Receiving Assistant(s) as needed in all areas
• Promote teamwork by exhibiting positive teamwork with employees

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience in shipping
• Knowledge of shipping procedures
• International shipping experience required
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in computer systems including Microsoft Office software
• Ability to remain calm under time sensitive situations
• Ability to perform basic math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division including understanding fractions and percentages
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple written and verbal instructions
• Ability to understand, perform, and retain various job-related training, operational, and safety procedures
• Ability to exercise initiative, judgment, and decision making related to routine duties within set company standards