Shipping Clerk

Shipping Clerk Job Description

POSITIONSUMMARY:

TheShipping Clerk is responsible for verifying and maintaining records on incomingand outgoing shipments. Prepares items for shipment including assembling,addressing, stamping and shipping merchandise or material.

ESSENTIALDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Examineshipment contents and compare with records such as manifests, invoices, ororders to verify accuracy.

·        Record shipmentdata, such as weight, charges, space availability, damages, or discrepanciesfor reporting, accounting, or record-keeping purposes.

·        Preparedocuments, such as work orders, bills of lading, or shipping orders, to routematerials.

·        Contact carrier representatives to makearrangements or to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials.

·        Requisitionand store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.

·        Determineshipping methods, routes, or rates for materials to be shipped.

·        Computeamounts, such as space available, shipping, storage, or demurrage charges,using computer or price list.

·        Reportdefective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.

·        Maintainthe work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and followsprescribed safety regulations.

·        Completetasks as directed by manufacturing schedules with minimum supervision.

·        Workswith Shipping and Receiving Lead to ensure department is working efficientlytogether.

·        Inthe absence of the Shipping and Receiving Lead, the Shipping Coordinator willwork with Production Control and/or Director of Operations to ensure all shippingcommitments are completed in a timely and efficient manner.

ESSENTIALSKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

·        Abilityto follow Directions

• Adaptability
• Arm-Hand Steadiness

·        Attention to Detail

·        Cooperation

·        ControlPrecision

·        CustomerService

·        Dependability

·        Handling andMoving Objects

·        InspectingEquipment, Structures, or Material

·        Interpersonal Skills to interact with all Team Members.

·        ManualDexterity

·        ProblemSensitivity

·        TimeManagement.

·        Verbaland Written Communication skills

EDUCATIONAND EXPERIENCE:

·        HighSchool diploma or equivalent.

·        Oneto three years of experience desired in a manufacturing environment.

·        Anyequivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptableby management.

QUALITYMANAGEMENT SYSTEM RESPONSIBILITIES

·        As a member of the Quality Management System,quality procedures, requirements, work instructions, and other requireddocumentation must be followed. Team members are responsible to be aware of thecompany’s quality policy and quality objectives in order to support thecontinuous improvement projects and contribute to the overall mission of theorganization.

PHYSICALDEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Works primarily in a climate controlled manufacturing environment with regular exposure to dust, odors, oil, and fumes with moderate noise. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the facility.
• Sedentary, sitting, walking, occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending, and reaching.
• PPE required may include safety glasses and gloves in designated areas of the facility.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.