Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Job Summary

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Captures and schedules all outbound loads and collaborates with sales and production.
• Determines the correct loading sequence and placement of products.
• Verifies shipping documents and notes any discrepancies.
• Configures all loads for shipment via common carriers with external freight companies.
• Coordinates the route of orders and dispatches carriers with orders and appropriate delivery instructions according to customer receiving times.
• Ensures all internal/external paperwork complies with Universal and DOT regulations and procedures.
• Documents any shortages on orders, investigates the causes, and informs sales and administration.
• Takes and acts upon all calls for tracing and/or expediting orders.
• Maintains accurate documentation and records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Might assist with loading and unloading materials from trucks or carts.
• Prepares various reports and correspondence as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma/GED
• Minimum 6 months of experience in shipping and receiving or related fields
• Working knowledge of standard DOT concepts, regulations, practices, and procedures
• Working knowledge of proper loading techniques, weight limitations, and company procedures
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Basic knowledge of lumber math, lumber grades, and species
• Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process
• Preferred understanding of company policies, practices, and procedures
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Compensation & Benefit Information

• Hourly/Salary Pay Range: $20 - $25 hourly dependent on experience
• Potential for incentive pay including piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses
• A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance
• Benefits currently offered: Medical insurance, health savings account with company contribution, dental insurance, vision insurance, basic and voluntary life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid vacation and holidays, stock purchase program with employee discount, educational reimbursement, wellness programs and challenges, and other supplemental benefits