shipping and receiving clerk

Work setting

• Urban area
• Warehouse
• Hardware store

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Determine method of shipment
• Schedule distribution of goods
• Schedule transportation conveyances
• Prepare bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents
• Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documents
• Maintain internal record-keeping system
• Record shortages and reject damaged goods
• Route goods to appropriate storage areas
• Pack goods to be shipped
• Unpack goods received
• Affix identifying information and shipping instructions on shipments
• Oversee loading and unloading of goods
• Perform front desk duties
• Order picking
• Conduct sales calls

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Inventory control software
• MS Windows

Equipment and machinery experience

• Dollies and hand trucks
• Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts
• Pallet lifters

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available