Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Shipping & Receiving Clerk13 West Fourth StHolland, Michigan, 49423United StatesGENERAL PURPOSE: Prepare orders for shipment including manual or computerized record keeping and paperwork requirements. Determine the best shipping method to assure timely, cost-effective, undamaged deliveries. Receive incoming shipments according to established procedures.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:* Accurately records material counts to be shipped.* Coordinates daily shipping schedule with customer service, purchasing, and production personnel. Notifies appropriate personnel if outgoing shipments will be delayed.* Prepares and loads materials in a manner that will ensure safe delivery following job jacket and/or customer packing specifications.* Prepares UPS orders for shipment including all associated paperwork, recordkeeping, and labeling.* Determines best shipping method utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates. Maintains accurate records.* Properly labels all shipments.* Maintains incoming and outgoing inventory records for specified customer accounts.* Unpacks and examines incoming shipments, rejects damaged items, records shortages. Responsible for the accuracy of information on packing slips. Notifies appropriate personnel of incoming shipments.* Stores received materials in proper storage area or routes to proper department.* Stacks the job in a safe and proper manner. Uses hand lift truck to carry pallets.* Operates forklift to move or hoist shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage or work area.* Performs job duties in accordance with all federal, state, local, and company safety rules.* Performs other job duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:* Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (G.E.D.); or 6-12 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.* Must have the ability to read and write complex instructions, correspondence, and memos.* Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.* Must have the ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.* Must have experience in Excel, Outlook, spreadsheets, graphics, scanners, and bar codes.* Must have good communication skills.* Must have knowledge of loading techniques.* Must have the ability to operate a label machine.* Must have the ability to operate the FedEx and UPS meter machines.* Must be able to maintain good attendance.* Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.* Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.#MIWestRock Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.