What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping & Receiving Clerk position at Curtin Maritime?
Efficiency. Innovation. Integrity. These are our 3 Pillars. At Curtin Maritime, these core values are the framework for safe performance and operational excellence; proof of these pillars is evident in our people and our fleet. For 25 years, Curtin Maritime has been an industry leader in quality maritime solutions. We are a dynamic Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company experiencing rapid growth. Our team provides customers with a complete suite of maritime solutions, allowing us the incredible opportunity to work on unique projects in some of the most amazing places on earth.
THIS ROLE:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Shipping & Receiving Clerk to join our team. The Clerk will be responsible for accepting, inspecting, and verifying incoming shipments, ensuring accuracy in inventory, and maintaining organized stock areas. The ideal candidate will have experience in warehouse or inventory management, strong attention to detail, and the ability to lift and move heavy items.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Responsibilities:
- Receive and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and damage.
- Verify packing slips, invoices, and purchase orders against received goods.
- Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping of all received shipments.
- Organize and store products in designated areas.
- Assist with inventory control and stock management.
- Communicate discrepancies or issues with the purchasing or warehouse team.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Packages and Mail – Recover all packages, sort, inspect, deliver, and archive all incoming purchases. Evaluate best practices and space for receiving of packages to storing/delivering where needed
- Vendors and Cargo Delivery – Coordinate with all vendors arriving with deliveries and direct them to the right person or place. Offload or load when needed with company equipment
- Shipping – Send materials and equipment in a timely manner to different locations where assets/projects are located. Track and monitor shipment progress/delivery. Domestic and internationally
- Clerical – Work with accounting to ensure all purchases are accounted for, reconciled and shipping data is recorded as needed
WHO YOU ARE
Certifications and Requirements
- Experience in shipping (domestic & internationally)
- Forklift Certification required
- Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Must be able to obtain a TWIC Card (company reimburses once hired)
Mental Aptitudes
- Ability to prioritize requests efficiently
- Strong communication skills, verbal and written
- Multitasking
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Team player attitude
Physical Aptitudes
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. without restriction.
- Ability to climb onboard vessels from docks and piers using ladders and gangways
- Standing and walking for long periods of time
- Ability to sit at a desk for periods of time
- Must be able to pass a drug test (will be enrolled in Company’s random drug testing program)
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous benefits package including:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short-term Disability
- AD&D/Life Insurance
- 401k (with company match)
- Additional option to elect incremental Life Insurance for employee and dependents, and choice to elect Health and/or Dependent Flexible Spending Account.
Curtin Maritime is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Salary : $24 - $26
