Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Position Summary

Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor or Manager, the Shipping/Receiving Clerk performs duties associated with distribution and warehousing, logistics and supply chain management of raw and finished goods and supplies. Will use industrial motorized equipment to move raw, in-process and finished goods to appropriate locations. This position also involves managing and monitoring stock to best serve our customers, performing a variety of routine shipping, receiving, and housekeeping tasks, and promoting and maintaining a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate areas;
• Prepare customer orders ensuring the accuracy of the products and their quantities;
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage;
• Report and replace any defective item prior to packing;
• Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained;
• Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage areas into appropriate locations;
• Ensure proper stock rotation – FIFO;
• Make sure that items are loaded onto shipment vehicle in a safe and timely manner;
• Receives merchandise. Checks and signs delivery slips;
• Ensure that all transactions are recorded in computer-based system by scanning products and materials accurately;
• Prepare invoices and delivery orders;
• Handle space arrangements for incoming shipments in the storage areas;
• Handle incoming and outgoing shipments by checking them physically; Participate in physical inventory;
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse;
• Actively participate in 6S and continuous improvement projects;
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
• Comply with OSHA and SDS Standards;

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred;
Valid driver’s license (class 1) and have a good driving history;
2-5 years equivalent experience in a warehouse environment (food manufacturing environment preferred);
Demonstrate the ability to certify and maintain certification on a forklift or other industrial power equipment;
Previous experience with ERP systems preferred;
Able to operate hand tools, forklift, ladder, dolly, scissor lift, pallet jack, hand truck;
Must be proficient with computers, Microsoft office, hand-held scanners and printers;
Physically fit with ability to lift, lower, carry product up to a maximum of 50 pounds by hand; Capable of sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time;
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to work independently, and maintain a safe work environment;
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment;
Ability to work well with others.

Must be flexible with work hours and be able to work overtime and weekends when needed;

This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position within Leclerc Foods USA, Inc.

Essential Functions:

• Must be able to lift from floor to waist 55 lbs. 33% of the time.
• Must be able to lift from waist to shoulder 55 lbs 33% of the time.
• Must be able to push/pull a maximum force of 54 lbs.
• Regular and reliable attendance.