TUALATIN - SHIPPING CLERK - EXPERIENCE NEEDED
AerotekJob Description
The Shipping Clerk coordinates all shipping, packaging, and receiving of components, supplies, and materials in accordance with company and customer specifications. This role ensures accurate processing of outbound and inbound freight using an MRP system, maintains required documentation and records, and supports inventory and receiving activities to keep materials flowing smoothl
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y through the organization.
Responsibilities
• Coordinate all shipping, packaging, and receiving activities for components, supplies, and materials in line with company and customer specifications.
• Process all outbound shipments using the MRP system, ensuring all information is accurate and meets company and customer requirements.
• Operate the MRP system to verify order details and input correct information as required throughout the shipping process.
• Perform shipping and packaging responsibilities for outbound and inbound freight, including packaging products, preparing documentation, contacting carriers, and handling international shipments.
• Maintain records and documentation as required by industry standards and company practices.
• Perform driving responsibilities to deliver or pick up merchandise in accordance with company requirements.
• Cross-train in all essential requirements of the Inventory and Receiving group to provide coverage and support as needed.
• Assist the Inventory and Receiving group throughout the designated shift whenever primary shipping duties are completed.
• Interface professionally with the Accounting department and other internal teams as needed to support shipping, receiving, and inventory activities.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to the company mission and actively contribute to achieving shared objectives.
• Work effectively as part of a tight-knit, competent team and participate in cross-functional teams from other departments.
• Balance organizational needs with customer requirements to ensure high levels of service and operational efficiency.
• Apply goal-directed thinking and problem-solving in situations where no routine solutions exist.
• Analyze information critically, identifying strengths and weaknesses to improve processes and outcomes.
• Practice effective, two-way communication by speaking clearly, listening attentively, seeking to understand others, clarifying information, and responding appropriately to verbal and nonverbal cues.
• Demonstrate an ongoing interest in personal learning and development by seeking feedback, learning from past mistakes, and adjusting behavior accordingly.
• Anticipate changes in work demands and participate in assignments or training that address evolving requirements, viewing unexpected circumstances as opportunities to learn.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high accuracy and productivity.
• Work well under pressure and meet deadlines associated with shipping, receiving, and inventory activities.
• Perform other related duties as requested to support operations and meet business needs.
Essential Skills
• Valid drivers license and ability to meet company requirements for driver insurance.
• Proficiency in accurately operating a computer-based MRP (Material Requirements Planning) system.
• Knowledge and hands-on proficiency with shipping and packaging processes and requirements, including domestic and international shipments.
• Experience with shipping and receiving operations, including handling documentation, carrier coordination, and freight preparation.
• Ability to perform cycle counts and support warehouse inventory control activities.
• Competence in material handling within a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in processing orders, documentation, and records.
• Ability to read and understand shipment schedules and related documentation.
• Capability to cross-train in other departments as required and adapt to changing work demands.
• Ability to work independently and