Shipping Clerk

BASIC FUNCTION

The Shipping/Receiving clerk participates in all aspects of the warehouse. Functions include but are not limited to; moving inventory, pulling product, carrying out merchandise for customers and cleaning up. Shipping/Receiving also receives, unloads and verifies merchandise deliveries.

Skills/Abilities:

· Attention to detail to ensure all shipments are pulled, packaged and documented correctly.

· Thrives in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong communication skills

· Can quickly adapt to changing processes and priorities.

· Proficient in Microsoft Windows & Windows Based Applications

DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES FOR SHIPPING/RECEIVING CLERKS I, II, III.

• Verifies incoming shipments against the Seal Co PO for the appropriate items, quantity, documentation.
• Verifies incoming shipments are free of damage and signs for shipments. Reports all damage to Warehouse Manager before signing.
• Record inbound shipment data, such as weight, box size, and scan packing list and attach it to the PO Receipt per the Acumatica work instructions.
• Inspects incoming product to ANSI Z1.4 AQL level of 1.5.
• Stocks incoming inventory in its location designated in Acumatica.
• Prepares documentation for shipment of materials, parts, finished goods and related items.
• Checks Pick List against electronically attached customer PO for accuracy.
• Record outbound shipment data, such as Country of Origin, Batch Number, Cure Date, Expiration Date and Number of Bags on the Pick List.
• Follows Customer, Industry or Seal Company Packaging Requirements, including labeling, color coding and packages shipments sufficiently to avoid shipping damage.
• Signs out Will Call customers and takes signed Pick List to Accounting.
• Identifies and reports inventory discrepancies to the Warehouse Manager.
• Pack, label, and forward prepared shipments to Quality for final inspection and preparation for shipment.
• Reports any safety concerns to the Warehouse Manager.
• Follows all ISO 9001 and AS9100 procedures.
• Maintains a clean work area and ensures strict adherence to the 5S Standards.
• Operate machines including scales, scanners, pallet jacks, hand trucks and forklift to maneuver products.
• Prepare and confirm Pick Lists per the Acumatica Shipping Clerk Work Instructions.
• Prepare documents, such as PO Receipts, Pick Lists, bills of lading, and shipment confirmations.
• Determine LTL shipping method for materials, using knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
• Contact carrier representative to make arrangements and to issue instructions for outbound shipping and delivery of materials when necessary.
• Store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock. Order replacement shipping supplies through the maintenance buyer.
• Participates in Annual Inventory or Inventory Cycle Counts as directed by Warehouse Manager.
• Understands and is responsible for shelf-life requirements and labels product appropriately.
• Performs all Shipping and Receiving functions.
• Operate within the principles of Character Core.
• Any additional duty assigned by the Warehouse Manager.

• ADA REQUIREMENTS
• The physical demands of the position are listed in accordance with the requirements of the ADA as: Body Positions
• Standing – Over 2/3’s of the time
• Walking – Over 2/3’s of the time
• Sitting – infrequent, during breaks
• Talking/Listening – Up to 2/3’s of the time
• Use of hands – 100% of the time
• Climb or balance – Up to 1/3 of the time
• Stoop, kneel – Up to ½ of the time
• Reach with arms – Up to 100% of the time
• Body Movements, lifting and exerting force
• Up to 10 Pounds – Up to 2/3 of the time
• Up to 25 Pounds – Up to 1/3 of the time
• Up to 50 Pounds - Less than 1/3 of the time
• Up to 100 Pounds – Very rarely and not without assistance
• The Senses necessary for the successful performance of this position are:
• Tactile – Ability to gently handle fragile items.
• Vision – Close vision, Distance vision, Color vision, Depth Perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Environmental conditions of the area in which the subject shall perform his/her duties are:
• “Normal” warehouse conditions with a Moderate Noise level.
• Possible exposure to non-climate controlled plant.
• This position is considered a “Safety Critical” position and all Safety Guidelines must be adhered to.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Required – High School diploma/GED.
• Preferred – High School diploma/GED with one years related experience.