What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Clerk position at Century Mold Co?
At Century Mold, we don't just mold parts, our customers come to us with their toughest challenges … and we mold solutions. The plastics industry is full of challenges and the Century Mold team prides themselves on their problem-solving capabilities. We strive to provide and deliver more not only for our customers but for our team as well.
Shipping Clerk Job Description
About the Role:
The Shipping Clerk is responsible for coordinating the packaging, labeling, and shipment of molded plastic parts and products. This position ensures that outgoing products meet quality and order specifications and that shipping documentation is accurate and compliant.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and package plastic parts for shipment.
- Create shipping labels and documentation (e.g., bills of lading, packing lists).
- Coordinate with carriers (FedEx, UPS, freight companies) for pickups and deliveries.
- Inspect outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy and compliance with order details.
- Maintain records of all shipments and inventory movement.
- Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and shrink-wrap machines as needed.
- Collaborate with production and quality teams to ensure timely shipping of completed parts.
- Track shipments and resolve any delivery issues or discrepancies.
We would love to hear from you if:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in shipping/receiving or warehouse environment (preferred).
- Experience in manufacturing or injection molding setting (a plus). Familiarity with shipping software (UPS WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager, etc.).
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Excel, ERP systems).
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and operate warehouse equipment safely.
- Understanding of the plastic injection process and experience in the automotive sector.
Why You’ll Love Working for Century Mold:
- We reward our employees. The salary range for this position is market competitive and is based on relevant years of experience and skills. Employees may qualify for a bonus program in addition to base salary; bonus amounts are determined based on company and individual performance.
- We care about our employee’s well-being. In addition to direct compensation, we also offer a robust array of benefits to our employees; these include medical insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, as well as other great benefits to support your well-being. We also support our employees by offering 401(k) matching.
The details of your position:
Your Job Title will be: | Shipping Clerk |
Belonging to the: | Wearhouse |
You will report directly to: | Wearhouse Manager |
Your Employment Status: | Non-Exempt |
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing and office environment.