Shipping Clerk

Position Title: Shipping Clerk-DC

Department: Shipping

Supervisor: Shipping Manager-DC

FLSA: Non-exempt (Paid by the hour)

Position Summary:

The Shipping Clerk is directly responsible for checking drivers in and out, planning picks, planning loads and processing outbound paperwork. Warehouse Management Systems experience, detail orientation, multi-tasking and accurate paperwork are critical to success in the role.

Essential Functions:

• Understands the general function of a warehouse management system (WMS) and can follow work instructions well.
• Ensure drivers are checked in timely and with professional communication.
• Communicates and works well with the Shipping team.
• Follows all safety procedures.
• Plans picking and processes orders in the Warehouse Management System expediently, accurately and timely.
• Plans outbound loads and processes them in the Warehouse Management System expediently, accurately and timely.
• Ensures product has been audited before loading and is loaded on the correct outbound load
• Ensures outbound loads meet optimal cube and weight requirements.
• Accurately and efficiently compiles outbound manifests and scans into the system.
• Communicates any potential shipping concerns to branches and works with them to resolve issues timely.
• Escalates issues, Warehouse Management System problems and process opportunities to Assistant Branch Manager in a timely manner.
• Makes sure that low stock/out of stock or other inventory related concerns are communicated to the Inventory Controller.
• Performs additional duties, responsibilities and projects as assigned.
• Supports Distribution Center cleanliness, organization and success.

Education, Experience and Skills Required:

• Minimum 1-year similar experience
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, vendors and buyers.
• Ability to calculate figures, and amounts such as ti x hi, total cases per pallets and units per case
• Computer Literate
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to company values and strong customer orientation.
• Can use the general functions of a warehouse management system.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift/Carry Abilities (measured for maximum or average load)
• Lift – 50 lbs
• Carry strength (50’ or less) – 50 lbs
• Frequent lift/carry (> 12x/hour) – 50 lbs
• Constant lift/carry (> 30x/hr) – 20 lbs
• Physical Aptitudes (rated based on level of skill involved)
• Agility/dynamic balance 80-100%
• Finger dexterity – 80-100%
• Manual dexterity – 80 – 100%
• Posture Tolerance (rated based on frequency or time involved)
• Stand/walk – constantly
• Reach above shoulder level – occasionally
• Twist/turn head – occasionally
• Bend over/stoop – occasionally
• Climb steps/ladder – occasionally
• Kneel/squat - occasionally

Work Environment:

• Ambient temperature Distribution Center
• Occasional interactions outside with loading carriers

Acknowledgement:

I fully understand the responsibilities and qualifications required for this job. Furthermore, I find that I am capable of performing the required functions.