What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping and Receiving Clerk position at JCR Services?
Responsibilities for Receiving Clerk
Unload and unpack shipments of products
Inspect shipments for damage and correct quantities
Report damages or shortages to the appropriate person
Match shipments to their associated purchase orders and enter receiving data on paperwork
Record receiving data in company databases
Prepare and organize received stock for inventory
Return damaged products to senders
Monitor inventory levels
Qualifications for Receiving Clerk
Basic math and organization skills
Ability to bend and lift 50 pounds or more
Detail-oriented mindset
Data entry and computer skills
Forklift certification is beneficial for unloading large shipments
Ability to work on feet for long hours
Excellent communication skills
Understanding of safety protocols and requirements
Experience shipping, receiving or selling related products
Shipping Clerk Duties and Responsibilities
A successful Shipping Clerk should be able to fulfill certain duties and responsibilities. Shipping Clerks are able to perform efficiently in a warehouse and dispatch environment by handling incoming and outgoing deliveries. The following are some duties and responsibilities for a Shipping Clerk that you should look out for in your candidate.
Obtain and process product orders, including receiving deliveries, registering them and distributing packages and letters within the company
Maintain the company stockroom through organizing, cleaning and cataloging items on a regular basis
Schedule large shipments and plan logistics to ensure that there is sufficient storage space for incoming items and staff on hand to manage the shipments
Keep files of goods shipped and received by preparing regular shipping and receiving reports for managers
Handle issues arising in shipping or inventory handling
Ensure adherence to environmental management and systems
Trouble shoots shipping issues and customer complaints that arise and work to solve them
Place merchandise in a warehouse or storage facility by packaging, lifting items as necessary, operating forklifts and pallet jacks for large good
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