Shipping Clerk

Job Description 

Performs various shipping duties accurately and efficiently to help meet and exceed on-time shipping, shipping accuracy and shipping efficiency goals. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Packs a wide range of products using proper shipping materials and techniques to ensure all items are protected during shipping for both domestic and international shipments 

• Identifies orders that require priority shipping and utilizes most appropriate cost effective methods (NDA, Ground, FTL, etc) 

• Assists with picking orders, stacking product on pallets, wrapping pallets, applying shipping labels, loading trucks, kitting, and pick zone replenishment process. 

• Communicates with other departments regarding challenges affecting the shipping department, priority shipments, or shipped products 

• Processes orders accurately and in a timely manner using shipping software, generating required documentation for the selected shipping method. 

• Follows forklift and powered pallet jack safety procedures including but not limited to pre trip, proper charging, operating, and warehouse barricading. 

• Puts and picks pallets from warehouse racking using forklift 

• Partner with logistics and other departments on carrier changes, late pick ups, and troubleshooting problems 

• Assist other departments with one time shipping needs including ensuring proper documentation is completed including any hazmat declarations 

• Assist with truck unloading and storing parts in appropriate locations 

• Monitor and document shipping errors 

• Create and send Daily Shipping Summary Report 

• Follows all company protocols, attendance policies, HR requirements and safety procedures 

• Maintains a safe, clean working environment. 

• Sends advanced shipping notice to customers who require them, providing necessary information on the pending shipment using EDI, spreadsheets or e-mail.  

• Schedules pickups when necessary, including full truck and LTL pickups providing all necessary shipping documentation, communicating delivery details to the customer when required and logging relevant information 

• Documents current processes and suggests process improvements 

• Maintain and update data and records in shipping software, coordinating with other teams when necessary 

• Invoices orders producing all necessary packing slips, shipping labels, package identification labels, and documentation as required by customer, order type, and shipping method.  

• Miscellaneous duties as assigned by the supervisor 

Skills & Knowledge

• High School Diploma or GED Required 

• Basic computer skills – experience with AS400, Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, UPS Worldship desired 

• Communication skills – ability to communicate and work well with others 

• Accuracy-minded and detail-oriented 

• Must be able to prioritize workload, work under pressure, and meet deadlines 

• Must be able to operate a forklift safely indoors and outdoors 

• Previous shipping experience desired 

Physical Requirements

This job requires you to lift up to 40 lbs, bend, twist, turn, kneel, squat, reach overhead, perform strong pinch and grip, push-pull up to 100 lbs, and stand/walk up to 10 hours per day. 

Work Environment

A large percentage of work time is spent in a production warehouse where temperatures range from warm to cool and noise level can be moderate to high. 

Work Schedule

The Battle Ground, WA location shipping department operates on a 4/10 work schedule Monday – Thursday, with occasional mandatory overtime on Fridays or weekends as needed.

The pay range for this position in Washington State is $21.01 to $25.71. Individual pay within those ranges is determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.