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Shipping Clerk (Temp Conversion)

Cincinnati, OH ยท On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

The Shipping Clerk is responsible for processing completed customer orders for shipment by ensuring ... Assign appropriate shipping methods and freight carriers according to routing guides and company ...

Office Assistant

Akron, OH ยท On-site

$19/hr

The rate of pay is $19.00/hr Key Responsibilities Clerk Duties Prepare, review, and process USMCA ... Answer and route incoming phone calls; take and relay accurate messages as needed. Manage incoming ...

Temporary Routing Clerk information

What is a temporary routing clerk?

Temporary Routing Clerks are administrative professionals hired on a short-term basis to organize and manage the flow of documents, packages, or shipments within a company or between departments. Their main duties include sorting, labeling, and routing items to the correct destinations, verifying records, and maintaining logs of shipments or document transfers. They play a crucial role in ensuring that materials are delivered efficiently and accurately, supporting the overall workflow of the organization. Temporary Routing Clerks may also assist with basic clerical tasks and use computer systems to track deliveries.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a temporary routing clerk?

A Temporary Routing Clerk typically needs strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic data entry abilities, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with shipping software, inventory systems, and basic office equipment is important for managing logistics and documentation. Effective communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities help ensure accurate and timely processing of shipments. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining efficient workflow and minimizing errors in a fast-paced logistics environment.

What are common challenges faced by temporary routing clerks, and how can they be managed?

Temporary Routing Clerks often face challenges such as adapting quickly to new warehouse or office environments, learning multiple routing systems, and keeping up with tight deadlines for shipments or deliveries. Successfully managing these challenges involves strong organizational skills, effective communication with team members and supervisors, and a willingness to ask questions when unsure about procedures. Being proactive and detail-oriented can help Temporary Routing Clerks ensure that shipments are routed accurately, minimizing delays and errors.

What is the difference between Temporary Routing Clerk vs Routing Coordinator?

AspectTemporary Routing ClerkRouting Coordinator
CredentialsHigh school diploma; basic computer skillsHigh school diploma; some experience in routing or logistics
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, often temporary assignmentsOffice or warehouse, overseeing routing processes
Employer & IndustryLogistics, transportation companies, courier servicesSupply chain, distribution centers, logistics firms

The Temporary Routing Clerk typically handles basic routing tasks on a temporary basis, focusing on data entry and scheduling. In contrast, a Routing Coordinator manages more complex routing operations, often with greater responsibility and experience. Both roles are essential in logistics, but the Routing Coordinator usually requires more experience and offers a broader scope of duties.

Shipping Clerk (Temp Conversion)

Cincinnati, OH โ€ข On-site

Air Vent Inc
Construction Materials Wholesalersย โ€ขย 201 - 500 employees

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Full-time, Temporary

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Position Summary:

The Shipping Clerk is responsible for processing completed customer orders for shipment by ensuring shipping documentation is accurate, assigning carriers, generating shipping paperwork, and releasing orders for shipment in the ERP system. This role works closely with customer service, production, inventory, and warehouse teams to ensure orders are shipped accurately and on time.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Process customer orders for shipment in the ERP system.
  • Review completed orders to verify accuracy, quantities, and shipping requirements after releasing them.
  • Generate shipping documents, including bills of lading (BOLs), packing slips, shipping labels, and carrier documentation.
  • Schedule shipments with parcel and freight carriers based on customer requirements.
  • Assign appropriate shipping methods and freight carriers according to routing guides and company procedures.
  • Drop (release) completed orders for shipment in the ERP system to ensure accurate inventory and order status.
  • Ensure all required shipping documentation is complete and accurate after shipment.
  • Communicate shipment schedules and exceptions with warehouse, customer service, production, and transportation teams.
  • Track shipments and provide shipping status updates as needed.
  • Resolve shipping discrepancies, documentation errors, and carrier issues.
  • Maintain accurate shipping records and filing systems.
  • Support inventory accuracy by completing required shipping transactions in the ERP system.
  • Follow all company safety policies and standard operating procedures.
  • Other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 1–3 years of shipping, logistics, or manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Familiarity with bills of lading, packing slips, freight documentation, and carrier portals.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

 

Core Competencies: 

  • Ability to foster trusting relationships, teamwork, and cross collaboration.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Demonstrates personal accountability for results.

 

Organizational Competencies: Continuous Improvement, Continuous Learning, Agility, Active Listening and Understanding, Inclusive Decision Making, Customer Focus, Growth Mindset, Steadfast Ethics, and Integrity, Creative Problem Solving, Broad Perspective

Technical Skills:

  • Experience using ERP (SAP) systems to process shipping transactions
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.

 

Work Conditions:  This job operates in an industrial manufacturing environment exposure to varying temperatures, loud noise levels, dust, fumes, oil, or other outdoor elements. This role requires regular standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time.  Climbing stairs/ladders, squatting, sitting, operating machinery, and may require lifting to 50lbs, and must be able to wear PPE as required.  This is a full-time position and may require some overtime including nights and weekend work.

 

Disclaimer 

The information in this description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Gibraltar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process. 

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.