Shipping/Receiving ClerkThe shipping/receiving clerk checks drivers in and out of the facility, determines what they are picking up or delivering, and communicates this information to the warehouse. They are responsible for keeping the schedule updated and keeping all original paperwork in order. They are also responsible for yard management and communication between all parties.
Essential Functions:
Checking drivers in and out of the facility.
Verifying pick up and drop off information based on the driver's information.
Assigning doors to drivers based on warehouse locations.
Maintain the schedule for the respective facility and update appointments as drivers check in and out.
Verifying packing lists and Bills of Ladings for accuracy.
Examine outgoing shipments and make sure they conform with specifications.
Keeping original paperwork together to be forwarded at the end of day.
Forward items to different departments as needed.
May be required to perform only receiving or shipping activities and be referred to as Receiving Clerk or Shipping Clerk.
Maintain yard check to share accurate information about trailers located on the premises, and share the information with the parties needed.
Communicate with customer service on any challenges or issues.
Maintain emails to match up outside BOLs and instructions for specific orders.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to interpret packing slips and bill of ladings.
Familiarity with common carriers preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook.
Basic computer skills.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Typing and computer use.
Must be able to place outbound calls and answer phones, talk/speak and listen coherently for a minimum of 8 hours.
Must be physically able to open filing cabinets and bend, stand, balance, stoop or twist as necessary.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, listen and hear on the phone for long periods of time.
Ability to walk around the warehouse and trailer yard to gather information (maybe frequent walking).In addition to competitive pay, Port Jersey Logistics Network offers a robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k)-retirement plan, and paid time off.
Port Jersey Logistics Network provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
