Shipping/Receiving Clerk

About the Role

As a Shipping and Receiving Clerk at KSB, a global leader in pumps, valves, and related services, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and efficient management of incoming and outgoing shipments. This full-time, hourly position is based in Richmond, VA, and offers a dynamic work environment where your organizational skills and attention to detail will contribute to the company's success.

Responsibilities

• Physically receive, unload incoming trucks and containers, unpack, and store products and materials.
• Assist in the delivery, staging, and pickup of materials and equipment associated with shop jobs.
• Examine shipment contents and compare with records to verify accuracy.
• Record shipment data, including weight, charges, space availability, damages, or discrepancies.
• Assist with packing products in preparation for outbound truck orders.
• Prepare documents to route materials and apply proper documentation to orders and palletized cartons.
• Determine shipping methods, routes, or rates for materials to be shipped.
• Contact carrier representatives to arrange shipping and delivery of materials.
• Store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory levels.
• Follow guidelines of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 18001.
• Manually handle, repack, or restack pallets of finished products and assist with physical inventory.
• Occasionally travel to other KSB locations as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Time Management: Ensure quality and quantity of work meet KSB standards.
• Team Player: Maintain positive relationships, support colleagues, and demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Organization and Administrative Skills: Organize and maintain records, files, and databases.
• Detail Oriented: Demonstrate attention to detail in parts, identification numbers, component part numbers, bills of lading, and packing lists.
• Communication: Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English; interface with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Analytical Skills: Think logically, assess solutions to problems, and deliver the best solution.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Windows.
• Warehouse Skills: Knowledge of basic preventative maintenance, forklift/crane operation, power tools, and lifting devices.
• Safety: Ensure proper use of safety and personal protective equipment; maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Strength & Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for long periods.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in a warehouse environment.
• Certification: Must be certified or obtain certification for forklift operation.

Schedule

This is a full-time, hourly position with normal working hours from Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Overtime, including weekends, may be required to meet company deadlines.

Pay

Salary range: $19 - $23/hr