Shipping/Receiving Clerk

The Shipping/Receiving Clerk performs clerical and physical tasks in connection with shipping goods of the establishment in which employed and receiving incoming shipments. In performing day-to-day, routine tasks, this worker follows established guidelines. In handling unusual non-routine problems, this worker receives specific guidance from supervisor or other officials. This incumbent may direct and coordinate the activities of other workers engaged in handling goods to be shipped or being received. Shipping duties typically involve the following: verifying that orders are accurately filled by comparing items and quantities of goods gathered for shipment against documents; insuring that shipments are properly packaged, identified with shipping information, and loaded into transporting vehicles, and preparing and keeping records of goods shipped, e.g., manifests, bills of lading. Receiving duties typically involve the following: verifying the correctness of incoming shipments by comparing items and quantities unloaded against bills of lading, invoices, manifests, storage receipts, or other records, checking for damaged goods, insuring that goods are appropriately identified for routing to departments within the establishment, and preparing and keeping records of goods received.

Basic Requirements:

• US Citizen

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 18 years of age

• Valid state driver's license

• Must have the ability to be cleared for a NACI clearance to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC)

• Have the ability to learn and operate Material Handling Equipment (MHE) of various types to include stand-up and sit-down forklifts.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with DSS and other Government Data Systems

• Experience with Supply Management operation systems.

• Experience operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE) of various types Including stand-up and sit-down forklifts

• Experience with resolving common error conditions

• Experience responding to computer output instructions or error conditions

• Prior knowledge and experience with Standard Operating Procedures and Safety Procedures

• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks related to the position.