Receiving Clerk

Description:

The Receiving Clerk is responsible for the receipt and distribution of materials and inventory.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Receives good and verifies the quality and count of all items unloaded from trucks and /or trailers; checks against suppliers' count and immediately reports discrepancies to carriers supervisor, and purchasing officer per company policy.
• Verifies and records all items loaded for shipments.
• Carefully and accurately maintains shipping records for requested categories including goods returned, dunnage, and returned pallets.
• Notify supervisor of major discrepancies, over shipments, and/or substitutions.
• Perform weekly or monthly cycle counting of inventory.
• Separate inventory into various sizes.
• Move containers into warehouse area with the use of a pallet jack.
• Maintain storage areas, organize and place stock on shelves or designated storage areas.
• Disassemble containers and crates, pack inventory to be shipped and prepares identifying information and shipping instructions.
• Ensure proper documentation of incoming and outgoing inventory.
• Ensure work areas are always safe and secure.
• Perform other clerical duties as needed.

Requirements:

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to accurately sort, count, and verify items received.
• Basic understanding of warehouse procedures.
• Good organizational skills and attention to details.
• Strong desire to learn.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and/or inventory software to maintain records, input data, and create reports.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year working in a manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to navigate the loading and unloading of materials, which may include access to a variety of storage spaces and shelving units by stretching, squatting, reaching, climbing, bending, and standing.
• Must be able to lift up to twenty five pounds at a time.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures in a warehouse.