Shipping Clerk
Job Description
Job Title: Shipping Clerk
Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm / M-F
Reports to:
Job Summary
As a shipping clerk, you will be responsible for overseeing the shipment of products from our warehouse or distribution center to various locations. Your primary duties will include preparing shipping documents, coordinating shipments with carriers, and ensuring that orders are shipped accurately and on time. Attention to detail, organization, and effective communication skills are essential for success in this role.
Responsibilities
- Receive and process orders for shipment.
- Prepare shipping documents such as bills of lading & shipping labels.
- Coordinate with carriers to schedule pickups and deliveries.
- Verify the accuracy of shipping information, including addresses.
- Update shipping records and maintain shipping logs for carriers into custom software.
- Make sure orders are going out complete based on pick tickets provided by warehouse.
- Resolve any discrepancies or issues with shipments, such as damaged products or incorrect orders.
- Minimize shipping costs by comparing trucking rates, combining shipping utilizing Kuebix web-based shipping system.
- Communicate with warehouse staff, customer service representatives, and other stakeholders to coordinate shipping activities.
- Check pick-up orders daily and call pick-up customers if necessary.
- Assist with customer pick-up orders at the pick-up window.
- Answer incoming phone calls to assist customers with order status, tracking information, etc.
- Run daily shipping reports.
- Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proven experience in a shipping or warehouse environment preferred.
- Familiarity with shipping software and systems (e.g., UPS, FedEx, USPS).
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Job Requirements
Job Title: Shipping Clerk
Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm / M-F
Reports to:
Job Summary
As a shipping clerk, you will be responsible for overseeing the shipment of products from our warehouse or distribution center to various locations. Your primary duties will include preparing shipping documents, coordinating shipments with carriers, and ensuring that orders are shipped accurately and on time. Attention to detail, organization, and effective communication skills are essential for success in this role.
Responsibilities
- Receive and process orders for shipment.
- Prepare shipping documents such as bills of lading & shipping labels.
- Coordinate with carriers to schedule pickups and deliveries.
- Verify the accuracy of shipping information, including addresses.
- Update shipping records and maintain shipping logs for carriers into custom software.
- Make sure orders are going out complete based on pick tickets provided by warehouse.
- Resolve any discrepancies or issues with shipments, such as damaged products or incorrect orders.
- Minimize shipping costs by comparing trucking rates, combining shipping utilizing Kuebix web-based shipping system.
- Communicate with warehouse staff, customer service representatives, and other stakeholders to coordinate shipping activities.
- Check pick-up orders daily and call pick-up customers if necessary.
- Assist with customer pick-up orders at the pick-up window.
- Answer incoming phone calls to assist customers with order status, tracking information, etc.
- Run daily shipping reports.
- Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proven experience in a shipping or warehouse environment preferred.
- Familiarity with shipping software and systems (e.g., UPS, FedEx, USPS).
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Additional Information
At HW Staffing Solutions we recognize the value of our employee associates as equally as our clients. We are passionate about people and improving the lives of every associate, we do this by connecting you with great companies and great opportunities. We celebrate our awesome diversity, believe that everyone has a unique talent, and appreciate the passion and perspectives that each of us bring to the table. Discover a new way to work together with a company that is focused on offering the best opportunities, benefits and career advancement in Accounting & Finance, Office & Administrative, Light Industrial, Professional & Technical, Call Center, Food Processing and Hospitality. HW Staffing Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity company.