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

• Communicates via email with outbound carriers daily, providing schedules for outbound shipments and equipment needs.
• Communicates through various media with site personnel to ensure operations meet requirements.
• Receives all drivers and provides direction for outbound shipments.
• Uses a warehouse management system to open/close shipments and prepare accurate bills of lading for outbound freight; ensures drivers depart with appropriate paperwork.
• Ensures the accuracy of all shipping documents by strict adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Gathers, enters into the warehouse management system, and maintains all data and records relative to shipping activities.
• Assists in resolving any discrepancies.
• Assists in Material Handling duties such as receiving, put-away, picking, packing, or loading.
• Actively monitors trailer capacity and proactively works with spotters on trailer moves.
• Assists with other administrative duties as needed by the leadership team.
• Files all outbound paperwork so that it is easily accessible when needed.
• Maintains the seal log accurately with necessary information.
• Maintains the load board with accurate information and may communicate work assignments such as appointments to receive, doors to load, or items to pick.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Experience with (Manhattan) Warehouse Management System preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (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) 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.
• Must be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours.
• Ability to lift and move totes up to 50-100 pounds; regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Frequent walking in 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; must be able to access all areas of the building without limitations.