Shipping Clerk

Shipping Clerk

JOB TITLE: Shipping Clerk

JOB SUMMARY

The primary purpose of this position is to create appropriate documentation for shipping and ensure that carts are assembled appropriate for shipping to customer.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties:

Accurately make all tickets for all accounts. Packing includes getting special items to replenish supply closer to shipping desk.Closing at the scale in the production plantHandle all communication with upstairs office to ensure that all daily accounts have been received and /or accounted for. Also ensure that all errors or miscommunications (Fast Track) are completed in a timely manner.Ensure that all COG accounts/items (Lab coats, Coverlets, etc.) have been filled correctly every day.Follow direction of immediate supervision as to the distribution of linen items that are projected to be short. Distribute to driver and keep a copy with the order and bin tickets. Make changes in Alliant if errors are found.Direct shipping and dock employees to ensure smooth, speedy, accurate, and presentable filling of orders (including clinics and laundry logic area) and loading of trucks. Checking trucks off. Prepare Delivery Manifests once a full order is completed and print. Print final bin tickets and tape to bins. Pull bins to scale, use handheld to scan bin and bin ticket and to accept Gross Weight of the bin. Enter any changes (quantities or items)Does not have disciplinary authority...cannot initiate any write-ups or suspensions. Any disciplinary action must be handled by salaried supervision. Must be able to lead by example.Keep area clean and able to run efficiently. Look for partially packed bins and work with the production personnel (or find goods) to finish these bins.Possess the ability to learn and train new associates on any changes in the department up to and including computerized shipping system.Be able to understand and operate clinic area. Understand the importance of supplying clinic area with linen. Organize bin tickets to review for packing accuracy (i.e., bin packed out with correct quantities)Constantly communicate with supervision concerning the linen requirements needed to complete assigned orders. Be able to generate and maintain the production board. Expedite closeout of Fast Track requests along with Manager-on-Duty.Be able to perform all tasks of shipping personnel, filling tickets, building clinics and all other tasks that may be required by senior management. Be able to operate with a minimum of supervision.

Non-Essential Duties:

• May fill in for other positions as required.
• Any other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• The ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without an accommodation.
• High School Education or GED preferred
• Basic computer knowledge and the willingness to learn new computer applications
• Excellent recordkeeping skills
• Good analytical skills to be able to determine number of carts required for orders

DECISION MAKING ACCOUNTABILITY

• May determine when to send a short shipment
• May determine when to pull new goods from inventory to finish out a shipment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Overtime may be required from time to time with little notice.
• The temperature in the plant may be high, especially in the summer months.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. Check the frequency and number of hours a day the worker is required to do the following specific types of activities:

ACTIVITY

FREQUENCY

# OF HOURS A DAY

CONTINUOUS

INTERMITTENT

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

8+

a. Sitting

x

b. Walking/;Standing

x

d. Bending

x

e. Squatting

x

f. Climbing

x

g. Kneeling

x

h. Twisting

x

i. Lifting

x

LIFTING

0-10 lbs. 10-50 lbs. 50-100lbs. Over 100 lbs.

2a. HAND MANIPULATION REQUIRED? ___x__Yes (If yes, complete a,b,c,d,e) _____No

2b. Repetitive hand movements? __x___Yes _____No

2c. Simple Grasping?

Right Hand_____

Yes_x____ No_____

Left Hand_____

Yes_x_____ No_____

2d. Power Grasping?

Right Hand_____

Yes___x__ No_____

Left Hand_____

Yes__x____ No_____

2e. Pushing Pulling?

Right Hand_____

Yes__x___ No_____

Left Hand_____

Yes___x___ No_____

2f. Fine manipulation:

Right Hand_____

Yes__x___ No_____

Left Hand_____

Yes___x___ No_____

3. (a) Does the job require worker to reach or work above the shoulder? __x___Yes _____No _____Frequency

(b) Reaching at or below shoulder level? __x___Yes _____No _____Frequency

4. Does the job require use of his/her feet to operate foot controls or _____Yes ____x_No

for repetitive movement?

5. Are there special visual or auditory requirements? __x___Yes _____No

Describe: Must be able to visually watch equipment and employees, hear machinery for diagnostic and safety reasons, and hear employees for safety reasons.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Does the employee work near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and in outside weather conditions? ____x__Yes ______NoIs the employee exposed to fumes or airborne particles? ____x__Yes ______NoEmployee will be exposed to weather extremes in the summer season, will work primarily in a plant environment, occasionally in an office environment.

BLOOD/FLUID EXPOSURE RISK : (check the right category) N/A

Category I: Tasks involve exposure to blood, fluids or tissue

_______Category II: Usual tasks do not involve exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissues but job may require performing unplanned Category I tasks.

___x____Category III: Tasks involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Category I tasks are not a condition of employment.

Shift 9:00 am until finished

Location: Mableton, GA, US

Posted Date: 9/28/2024