The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for coordinating the incoming and outgoing shipment of material. Prepares paperwork and material for shipment and reviews paperwork of incoming material.
- Coordinates and schedules all outbound loads and coordinates with sales and production.
- Determines proper loading order and placement of product.
- Verifies shipping documents and records any discrepancies.
- Set up all loads to be shipped via common carrier with outside freight companies.
- Coordinates routing of orders and dispatches carrier with orders and appropriate delivery instructions consistent with customer receiving times.
- Ensures all internal/external paperwork meets all Universal as well as DOT regulations and procedures.
- Documents any shortage on orders, investigates reasons for occurrence and informs sales and admin of the shortage.
- Takes and acts upon all calls for tracing and/or expediting orders.
- Maintains proper documentation and records of incoming and outgoing shipments.
- May assist with loading and unloading material from trucks or carts.
- Prepares various reports and correspondence as required.
- Performs other duties as required.
- Minimum high school diploma/GED
- Minimum 6 months of experience in Shipping and Receiving or related areas.
- Working knowledge of standard DOT concepts, regulations, practices and procedures.
- Working knowledge of proper loading techniques, weight limitations, and company procedures.
- Working knowledge of Excel, word and Outlook.
- Basic knowledge of lumber math, lumber grades and species.
- Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process.
- Preferred understanding of company policies, practices and procedures.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.