Warehouse Operations Clerk

About the role

This position reports to the Operations Supervisor or Manager and is responsible for ensuring that all shipping-related documents are completed accurately and in a timely fashion.

Responsibilities

• Communicate via email with outbound carriers daily, providing schedules for outbound shipments and equipment needs.
• Communicate through various media with site personnel to ensure operations are meeting requirements.
• Receive all drivers and provide direction for outbound shipments.
• Using a warehouse management system, systematically open/close shipments and prepare accurate bills of lading for outbound freight.
• Ensure that drivers depart with appropriate paperwork.
• Ensure the accuracy of all shipping documents by strict adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Gather, enter into the warehouse management system, and maintain all data and records relative to shipping activities.
• Assist in resolving any discrepancies.
• Assist in material handling duties such as receiving, put-away, picking, packing, or loading.
• Actively monitor trailer capacity and proactively work with spotters on trailer moves.
• Assist with other administrative duties as needed by the leadership team.
• File all outbound paperwork so that it is easily accessible when needed.
• Maintain seal log accurately with necessary information.
• Maintain the load board with accurate information.
• Communicate work assignments such as appointments to receive, doors to load, items to pick, etc.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Experience with (Manhattan) Warehouse Management System preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations.
• Good visual acuity to inspect shipments.
• Good finger dexterity to input data into inventory records.
• Ability to input data on the computer to create a daily inventory report.
• Accuracy in recordkeeping and in sorting, checking, counting, and verifying items received.
• Strong time management, organizational, planning, and self-motivation skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred, not required.
• MHE experience or desire to learn MHE.
• Ability and availability to work irregular or extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed by the customer.
• Must be able to stand/walk for up to 10–12 hours; lift and move totes up to 50–100 pounds; perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Ability to walk frequently within the facility and around the area; facilities are over a quarter mile in length.
• Ability to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions, and temperature variation, and to access all areas of the building without limitations.