Shipping Clerk job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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A shipping clerk is responsible for the oversight of a company's materials and products and the management of the shipment of both to customers. Their duties include keeping track of shipments, keeping organized databases, providing reports, and delegating tasks and shipments.
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Example shipping clerk requirements on a job description
Shipping clerk requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in shipping clerk job postings.
Sample shipping clerk requirements
- Strong knowledge of shipping regulations.
- Proficiency in utilizing shipping software.
- Experience in package labeling and sorting.
- Ability to lift heavy boxes.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Sample required shipping clerk soft skills
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Willingness to learn.
Shipping Clerk job description example 1
Perdue Farms shipping clerk job description
Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into it's second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food.
**Summary**
Provides basic administrative and/or clerical support generally to specific department. Works under close supervision.
**Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities**
Answers phones including fielding questions, re-directing calls and taking messages and/or orders.Maintains general company record systems to uphold accurate files.Utilizes office equipment such as printers, fax machines, etc.Operates a computer at a basic level. Handles emails, data entry, calendar, scheduling apps and printing. Monitors stocks of office supplies, reports and re-stocks when there are shortages.Sorts and distributes incoming mail and prepares outgoing mail, including envelopes, packages, etc.
**Minimum Education**
High School or equivalent
**Experience Requirements**
0 to 2 years. Knowledge of standard software applications, such as Microsoft Office. Excellent communication and organizational skills.
**Experience Preferred**
**Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements**
1. Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings. 2. May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another. 3. May need to access files, supplies and equipment. 4. Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment. 5. When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility. Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
_Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status._
**Summary**
Provides basic administrative and/or clerical support generally to specific department. Works under close supervision.
**Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities**
Answers phones including fielding questions, re-directing calls and taking messages and/or orders.Maintains general company record systems to uphold accurate files.Utilizes office equipment such as printers, fax machines, etc.Operates a computer at a basic level. Handles emails, data entry, calendar, scheduling apps and printing. Monitors stocks of office supplies, reports and re-stocks when there are shortages.Sorts and distributes incoming mail and prepares outgoing mail, including envelopes, packages, etc.
**Minimum Education**
High School or equivalent
**Experience Requirements**
0 to 2 years. Knowledge of standard software applications, such as Microsoft Office. Excellent communication and organizational skills.
**Experience Preferred**
**Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements**
1. Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings. 2. May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another. 3. May need to access files, supplies and equipment. 4. Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment. 5. When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility. Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
_Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status._
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Shipping Clerk job description example 2
Graco shipping clerk job description
Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.
Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of fast-moving, growing company - especially candidates committed to quality, innovation and solving customer problems. Graco was proud to be named a Best Place to Work in Manufacturing and Production by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019 and 2021.
Our Shipping Clerk processes all types of orders, including common carrier freight, for shipping. Such orders would include but are not limited to, filters, parts, complete systems, tubing, and customer returns.
Contract to HirePay: $18-20 per hour, DOE
QED Environmental Systems, a Graco Inc. company, is located in Dexter, Michigan, just west of Ann Arbor. QED is the leading manufacturer of innovative environmental products. For over 30 years their expertise has included Pumping Systems, Landfill Products, and Air Strippers.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Pick, pack, and ship orders according to shipping guidelines (e.g. to prevent damage during delivery). This is not limited to “Off the Shelf” orders, but could also include fully assembled pump orders and tubing Must be able to become proficient using all shipping applications, processes, and software including the shipping app for pick, pack, and shipping Responsible for the accuracy and on time shipment of customers' orders Responsible for picking, packing, and shipping future orders as directed by manager Responsible for the team metric of shipping all orders scheduled for the day they are due Responsible for packing orders in such a fashion that they arrive in perfect condition Conduct cycle counts of finished goods and tubing inventory on a regular basis Prepare freight estimates for domestic and international shipments Schedule freight to be picked up from common carriers as well as small package couriers Manage the UPS and FedEx computer manifest systems. This would include updating databases as needed as well as inputting daily information for shipment processing Maintain and update various databases related to the shipping department Completely and accurately process any documentation associated with shipping domestic and international packages. These might include documents such as HAZMAT, SED, and Commercial InvoicesCommunication to customers (internal and external) about problems or issues related to shipping is essential.Ability to use pallet jack to move, pick, pack, and load inventory/orders from racking including loading pallets on semi-trucks Must have excellent time management skills Work as a team player Maintain a safe and clean work environment Assist in other departments as needed Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND PREREQUISITES:
Previous shipping experience preferred Computer knowledge with Microsoft products, Internet usage, and shipping manifests required Ability to function accurately and safely in a fast paced environment Must be able to complete tasks on short notice as well as ability to change “gears” quickly Have the ability to be trained and certified in HAZMAT shipping procedures Have the ability to be trained in forklift/HiLo usage and safety, as well as other safety programs
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds Ability to lift >50 pounds on an infrequent basis (no more than 4-5 hours a day) Ability to stand for 8 hours Ability to walk extensively in the course of an 8 hour day Repetitive bending and twisting up to 90 degrees Lifting and reaching to all levels Ability to climb rolling ladder Correctable vision
QED Environmental Systems is an equal employment opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
Proven Quality. Leading Technology. Launch your career with Graco!
Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco's comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.
Our expectations are high. That's why we are always looking to hire the brightest and the best!
Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of fast-moving, growing company - especially candidates committed to quality, innovation and solving customer problems. Graco was proud to be named a Best Place to Work in Manufacturing and Production by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019 and 2021.
Our Shipping Clerk processes all types of orders, including common carrier freight, for shipping. Such orders would include but are not limited to, filters, parts, complete systems, tubing, and customer returns.
Contract to HirePay: $18-20 per hour, DOE
QED Environmental Systems, a Graco Inc. company, is located in Dexter, Michigan, just west of Ann Arbor. QED is the leading manufacturer of innovative environmental products. For over 30 years their expertise has included Pumping Systems, Landfill Products, and Air Strippers.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Pick, pack, and ship orders according to shipping guidelines (e.g. to prevent damage during delivery). This is not limited to “Off the Shelf” orders, but could also include fully assembled pump orders and tubing Must be able to become proficient using all shipping applications, processes, and software including the shipping app for pick, pack, and shipping Responsible for the accuracy and on time shipment of customers' orders Responsible for picking, packing, and shipping future orders as directed by manager Responsible for the team metric of shipping all orders scheduled for the day they are due Responsible for packing orders in such a fashion that they arrive in perfect condition Conduct cycle counts of finished goods and tubing inventory on a regular basis Prepare freight estimates for domestic and international shipments Schedule freight to be picked up from common carriers as well as small package couriers Manage the UPS and FedEx computer manifest systems. This would include updating databases as needed as well as inputting daily information for shipment processing Maintain and update various databases related to the shipping department Completely and accurately process any documentation associated with shipping domestic and international packages. These might include documents such as HAZMAT, SED, and Commercial InvoicesCommunication to customers (internal and external) about problems or issues related to shipping is essential.Ability to use pallet jack to move, pick, pack, and load inventory/orders from racking including loading pallets on semi-trucks Must have excellent time management skills Work as a team player Maintain a safe and clean work environment Assist in other departments as needed Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND PREREQUISITES:
Previous shipping experience preferred Computer knowledge with Microsoft products, Internet usage, and shipping manifests required Ability to function accurately and safely in a fast paced environment Must be able to complete tasks on short notice as well as ability to change “gears” quickly Have the ability to be trained and certified in HAZMAT shipping procedures Have the ability to be trained in forklift/HiLo usage and safety, as well as other safety programs
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds Ability to lift >50 pounds on an infrequent basis (no more than 4-5 hours a day) Ability to stand for 8 hours Ability to walk extensively in the course of an 8 hour day Repetitive bending and twisting up to 90 degrees Lifting and reaching to all levels Ability to climb rolling ladder Correctable vision
QED Environmental Systems is an equal employment opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
Proven Quality. Leading Technology. Launch your career with Graco!
Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco's comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.
Our expectations are high. That's why we are always looking to hire the brightest and the best!
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Shipping Clerk job description example 3
AAR shipping clerk job description
**Title:** Clerk, HAZ/MAT Shipping
**Location:** United States-Indiana-Indianapolis
SUMMARY
Verifies and keeps records on outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Process customer orders utilizing various types of equipment, such as Fed-Ex and UPS computer terminals. Ability to obtain forklift certificate and drive with safety precautions Follow specific work instructions for packing materials in compliance with customer requirements Receive necessary amount of HAZMAT training hours Assist in warehouse operations. Inventory on monitors missing, lost, and misplaced. All other duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
+ Commitment to company values and ethics
+ Dependability: personally responsible, completes work in a timely manner, and performs tasks accurately
+ Motivation: must maintain a positive attitude and strong work energy
+ Teamwork: works harmoniously with others to get a job done, responds positively to instructions/procedures, and works well with others
+ Initiative: plans work and carries out tasks without detailed instructions, prepares for problems or opportunities in advance, undertakes additional responsibilities
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Computer keypunch experience Previous shipping experience (FedEx & UPS) a plus
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Must have a minimum of 1 year related experience and/or training.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility. The environmental characteristic for this position is a warehouse setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional warehouse environment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds and comply with OSHA standards
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
**Location:** United States-Indiana-Indianapolis
SUMMARY
Verifies and keeps records on outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment by performing the following duties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Process customer orders utilizing various types of equipment, such as Fed-Ex and UPS computer terminals. Ability to obtain forklift certificate and drive with safety precautions Follow specific work instructions for packing materials in compliance with customer requirements Receive necessary amount of HAZMAT training hours Assist in warehouse operations. Inventory on monitors missing, lost, and misplaced. All other duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
+ Commitment to company values and ethics
+ Dependability: personally responsible, completes work in a timely manner, and performs tasks accurately
+ Motivation: must maintain a positive attitude and strong work energy
+ Teamwork: works harmoniously with others to get a job done, responds positively to instructions/procedures, and works well with others
+ Initiative: plans work and carries out tasks without detailed instructions, prepares for problems or opportunities in advance, undertakes additional responsibilities
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Computer keypunch experience Previous shipping experience (FedEx & UPS) a plus
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Must have a minimum of 1 year related experience and/or training.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility. The environmental characteristic for this position is a warehouse setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional warehouse environment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds and comply with OSHA standards
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024