Shipping Clerk

Position Summary

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for managing incoming and outgoing shipments in a warehouse, distribution center, or manufacturing facility. This role ensures accurate documentation, proper handling of goods, and timely movement of materials while maintaining inventory accuracy and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive incoming shipments and verify contents against purchase orders, packing slips, or invoices

• Inspect deliveries for damage, shortages, or discrepancies and report issues promptly

• Accurately record received goods into inventory management systems

• Prepare, pack, and label outgoing shipments according to company and carrier requirements

• Schedule shipments and coordinate with carriers and delivery services

• Maintain organized storage areas for received goods and shipping materials

• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, or forklifts (if certified)

• Maintain shipping and receiving logs, records, and documentation

• Assist with periodic inventory counts and audits

• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and company policies

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 1–2 years of experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, or logistics preferred

• Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory or warehouse management systems

• Ability to read shipping documents, purchase orders, and packing slips

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to lift and move packages up to 50 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift certification

• Experience with ERP or warehouse management systems

• Knowledge of shipping carriers (UPS, FedEx, freight companies) and shipping software

Key Skills

• Inventory tracking and documentation

• Time management and organization

• Communication and teamwork

• Problem-solving and discrepancy resolution

• Basic math and recordkeeping

Working Conditions

• Work performed in warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environments

• May require standing, walking, lifting, and handling packages for extended periods

• Possible exposure to noise, temperature changes, and warehouse equipment

Typical Work Schedule

• Full-time, typically 40 hours per week

• May require overtime 

REPORTING

This position reports Operations Manager