Shipping and Receiving Clerk

JOB SUMMARY: The Shipping and Receiving Clerk assumes primary responsibility for preparing, tracking, logging, and distributing all incoming/outgoing Federal Express, UPS, and local delivery shipments (domestic and international).QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform the essential functions of this job while exercising appropriate levels of judgment and discretion.· Ability to work independently and take initiative.· Must be a quick learner, able to multi-task and switch gears easily.· Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills with a passion for detail and accuracy.· Demonstrated competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment and to meet deadlines with attention to detail, accuracy and quality.· Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member in a fast-paced environment.· Computer skills in work processing and spreadsheet programs (Microsoft Office applications).· Excellent interpersonal and friendly customer service skills.· Demonstrated maturity and judgement.· Must be able to lift-up to 50lbs on a regular basis.· Forklift certified a plusEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:· Highschool diploma or equivalent.· 2 or more years' experience in shipping and receiving or related warehouse experience.· Familiarity with Federal Express and UPS shipping processes.· Working knowledge of ERP systems.· Ability to compute amounts such as space used, shipping charges, and unit of measure conversions.RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:· Research and supply shipping options and cost for large domestic equipment shipments· Prepare items for shipment: Pack, seal and label as required.· Determine method of shipping utilizing knowledge of shipping products, routes, and rates.· Prepare shipping documents.· Contact carrier representatives to make arrangements or issue instructions for shipping and delivery of packages.· Verify and enter records of outgoing shipments in the company ERP system.· Receive incoming shipments using the company ERP system; verify accuracy of items received.· Deliver or route materials to all departments using hand truck, delivery cart or forklift.· Communicate damages, shortages, or nonconformance to appropriate company personnel.· Collaborate with multiple internal departments to ensure inbound/outbound packages are delivered and received in a timely manner.· Maintain required documentation for all incoming/outgoing Federal Express, UPS, and local delivery shipments.· Participate in loading and unloading trucks when necessary.· Requisition and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.· Requisition and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock and recycling containers