Logistics Shipping Clerk

# Logistics Shipping ClerkVernon - Vernon, AL 35592Education LevelHigh School diploma or equivalent## Description

• JOB SUMMARY :
• The Logistics / Shipping Clerk is responsible for coordinating and executing shipping and receiving activities to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods. This role involves preparing shipments, maintaining inventory records, and collaborating with carriers and internal teams to optimize logistics operations.
• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Prepare and process shipping documents, including bills of lading, invoices, and packing lists.
• Schedule and coordinate shipments with carriers and freight forwarders.
• Verify and inspect incoming and outgoing shipments for accuracy and quality.
• Maintain accurate inventory and shipping records in the company’s system.
• Communicate with truck drivers, suppliers, customers, and internal departments regarding shipment status.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in resolving shipping discrepancies and damaged goods claims.
• Monitor shipping costs and suggest cost-saving measures where possible.
• Assist with weekly and monthly inventory audits.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Time management and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with inventory management software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and move packages as required.## Qualifications
• QUALIFICATIONS :
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.
• EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in logistics or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in shipping, receiving, logistics operations or customer service with computer experience.
• Knowledge of shipping regulations, documentation, and carrier requirements.
• LANGUAGE SKILLS :
• Ability to read, write, analyze, and communicate in English required. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community in a professional manner. Ability to effectively collect and present information from all teammates whether production or management.
• REASONING ABILITY
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• WORK ENVIRONMENT
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While this position will consist of mostly office work, it is in a manufacturing facility and oversees field services. The employee is regularly required to be on the production floor and job sites, as necessary, the employee must comply with the dress code and PPE requirement such as safety glasses with side shields and steel toed shoes.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Physical abilities must allow for safe involvement in office, plant and jobsite oversight. Some commercial airline travel will be required. The ability to physically handle this and other travel is a requirement of this position.

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