Shipping and Receiving Clerk - Tampa, FL

Shipping and Receiving Clerk Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for packing and packaging by hand a wide variety of products and materials to meet customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Load materials and products per designated shipping requirements.
• Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records.
• Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products to ensure packing specifications are met.
• Measure, weigh, and count products and materials.
• Mark and label containers, tag, or products.
• Assemble, line, and pad cartons, crates, and containers using hand tools.
• Contact carrier representatives to make arrangements or to issue instructions for the shipping or delivery of materials.
• Compute amounts, such as space available, shipping, storage, or demurrage charges using computer or price list.
• Determine shipping methods, routes or rates for materials to be shipped.
• Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Complete tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules with minimum supervision.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to follow Directions
• Adaptability
• Arm-Hand Steadiness
• Attention to Detail
• Cooperation
• Control Precision
• Customer Service
• Dependability
• Handling and Moving Objects
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
• Interpersonal Skills to interact with all Team Members.
• Manual Dexterity
• Problem Sensitivity
• Time Management.
• Verbal and Written Communication skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One to three years of experience desired in a manufacturing environment or a shipping department.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by management.

QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM RESPONSIBILITIES

• As a member of the Quality Management System, quality procedures, requirements, work instructions, and other required documentation must be followed. Team members are responsible to be aware of the company's quality policy and quality objectives to support the continuous improvement projects and contribute to the overall mission of the organization.