SHIPPING AND RECEIVING CLERK

Performs a variety of shipping and receiving tasks. Verifies materials received are as ordered and routes incoming items to appropriate departments and prepares items for shipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Prepares shipments for postal or commercial conveyance, selects appropriate shipping container and packs items to ensure safe delivery.

2. Prepares bills of lading, checks items to be shipped against work orders to ascertain that quantities, destination, and routing are correct.

3. Receives and unloads incoming materials and compares information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment, process return shipments from customers.

4. Sorts, counts, packages, labels, insures, unpacks, and/or logs inventory which is shipped or received.

5. Inspects shipments for damages or defect, records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisor and/or purchasing personnel.

6. Responsible for routine cleaning of the shipping area.

7. Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives and safety.

8. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; at least 6 months of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Ability to receive, track, and distribute materials, supplies, and equipment.

• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.

• Ability to read, sort, check, count, and verify numbers.

• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.

• Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.

• Ability to receive, stock, and/or deliver goods.

• Knowledge of postal or commercial shipping methods and procedures