Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Company Overview:
Shipping and Receiving Clerks manage loading dock intake and dispatch paperwork inside USPS facilities, verifying incoming postal shipments, logging bills of lading, and preparing outgoing transport manifests.
Role and Responsibilities:
Your primary duties involve inspecting incoming shipments, verifying paperwork counts, logging inventory into databases, and preparing shippin
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• Inspect incoming shipping trucks and verify freight counts against bills of lading
• Log accepted shipments and postal materials into central inventory software databases
• Check incoming containers for damage, leaks, or count discrepancies
• Prepare outgoing shipping manifests and destination routing slips for transport drivers
• Direct dock material handlers on where to stage newly accepted pallets and containers
• Document freight discrepancies and report damaged goods immediately to dock leads
Candidates are expected to exhibit certain proficiencies:
• High attention to detail when verifying shipping manifest numbers and part codes
• Basic computing skills for managing inventory tracking software
• Physical capability to stand on dock floors and assist with material checks
• Good communication skills for coordinating with truck drivers and dock leads
Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous experience in shipping/receiving, warehouse dock administration, or logistics
• Familiarity with digital barcode scanners and bill of lading paperwork
Compensation and Benefits:
• Competitive hourly wage with overtime potential
• Full federal health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) retirement accounts with employer matching
• Paid vacation leave, sick days, and federal holidays
About USPS:
The USPS offers stable, rewarding public-service careers backed by competitive pay and comprehensive federal benefits.
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