What are the responsibilities and job description for the Receiving Clerk position at IEA?
Job Summary: The Receiving Clerk loads, unloads and receive material on the system following proper steps and is responsible for all receipts for inspection and accepted material. The Receiving Clerk receives specific work assignments under general supervision and resolves most problems with limited supervisory assistance. The receiving clerk must always use extreme care when operating equipment and is expected to practice and adhere to the Company’s Six Sigma principles.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following with other duties assigned as necessary:
- The Receiving Clerk is responsible for receiving all material in the system using proper training and receiving guidance. Make sure to match the quantities on paperwork before dispatching the driver.
- The Receiving Clerk has a primary job of supporting the Receiving Dock. This will include moving material in and out of the Quality hold area. Preparing material for outside processes and maintaining appropriate processes.
- Reviews job orders (written or verbal) and determines specific handling requirements.
- Moves materials from storage or work sites to designated areas using power equipment (e.g., industrial trucks, power hoists) or, when appropriate, by hand.
- Loads/unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves or into or from vehicles.
- Installs strapping, bracing or padding to prevent in-transit movement or damage.
- Counts/records units moved or handled; attaches material/product identification tags/labels.
- Assembles crates and pallets for material/product storage and/or shipment.
- Cleans and maintains work area (daily), material handling equipment and other tools/equipment.
- Works in a safe manner always.
- Ensures that all work is done in accordance with and adheres to IEA’s ISO and Quality standards.
- Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.
Physical Demands:
- Maximum lifting requirement (pounds): 100 (infrequently), 50 (occasionally), 25 (frequently).
- Maximum moving requirement (pounds): 300 with assistance.
- Maintaining physical condition is necessary for the following: Frequent lifting, carrying, standing, sitting (operating forklift), walking, climbing, crouching, stooping, squatting, and twisting upper body.
- Working at heights off the ground up to 20 feet.
- Vision requirements: Close, distance, and peripheral vision; depth perception.
Work Environment:
- Work location: Metal fabrication/assembly shop and indoor/outdoor storage areas.
- Exposure to: Fumes, airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, moving mechanical parts/equipment including overhead cranes, sharp/heavy materials, inclement weather.
- Personal protective equipment requirement: Safety glasses, gloves and safety shoes.
Position Requirements:
- Key skills, abilities and knowledge:
- Ability to read and understand job requirements, shop drawings, and blueprints.
- Ability to navigate computer with ease, excel, Microsoft windows, words, etc.
- Ability to operate industrial equipment including lift trucks, power hoists, etc.
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and the ability to follow safe work practices.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with others.
- Experiential: One or more years of receiving experience as a clerk or related experience is desirable.
- Educational: Related technical training (high school or beyond) is desirable but not essential.
- Certificates, Licenses: Forklift operator certification.
IEA is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression, or other status protected by law. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate health condition or disability, please let us know. Your journey with us matters.