Shipping Clerk

FM Expressions is looking for an organized, conscientious Shipping Clerk to join our team at our Gordonsville, VA location.

FM Expressions, an affiliate of Green Applications, provides customizable heat transfers, garments, and other promotional items for a wide spectrum of customers. From tote bags to t-shirts, and sweatshirts to drawstring bags, we provide top-notch quality customizable merchandise for any occasion.

About the position:

• Full-time position with benefits
• 1st shift (8am to 6:30pm, Monday-Thursday)
• Hourly pay range: $14 - $16.65 (higher pay rate will be based on experience)
• Room for advancement
• Training provided

Responsibilities:

• Prepares shipments; determines most economical and efficient shipping method; selects appropriate shipping container; packs items to ensure safe delivery.
• Prepares bills of lading; checks items to be shipped against work orders to ascertain that quantities, destination, and routing are correct.
• Sorts, counts, packages, labels, insures, unpacks, and/or logs inventory which is shipped or received.
• Inspects shipments for damages or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisor and/or purchasing personnel.
• Traces lost shipments and/or customer claims of lost shipments; initiates proof of delivery documents.
• May maintain department database, prepare routine reports, and file shipping/receiving records.
• May operate various equipment including dolly, pallet jack, forklift, shrink-wrap machine, and possibly company vehicle to deliver shipments.
• May assist in routine maintenance of equipment; may lock warehouse and set alarms.
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Leads, guides, and trains employees performing related work.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• 1-year previous shipping experience highly preferred.
• At least 1 year experience in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working with the following, highly preferred: Dashboard, UPS World Ship, FedEx Ship Manager, Stamps, Process Shipper
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to receive, track, and distribute materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Ability to lead and train staff and/or students.
• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.
• Ability to read, sort, check, count, and verify numbers.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic.
• Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.
• Knowledge of postal or commercial shipping methods and procedures
• Must be able to meet physical demands of the position including dexterity to walk, stand, bend, climb, reach, stoop, twist, and lift/carry up to 10lbs
• Vision, hearing, and speech are essential for safety parameters.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.65 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gordonsville, VA 22942: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Shipping: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $17