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Shipping Associate
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A Shipping or Receiving Clerk tracks all incoming and/or outgoing shipments at a company facility and checks that shipment orders are filled correctly. Uses scanning equipment to track inventory. Works in receiving to check shipments that are primarily production materials or company supplies, or checks outgoing shipments of finished products.
$40,101 / year median in Utah
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Summary Verifies and keeps records on outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Compares identifying information and counts, weighs, or measures items of outgoing shipments to verify information against invoices, orders, or other records. Determines method of shipment, assembles cardboard containers or selects pre-assembled containers, inserts items into container, affixes shipping labels on packed cartons, and labels identifying information and shipping instructions onto containers. Identifies hazardous materials, packages and labels accordingly. Posts weights and shipping charges. Uses hand truck to move, convey, or hoist shipments from shipping to work area. Recommends methods to improve shipping methods, working conditions, use of equipment and equipment performance, and quality of product. Assists with related special projects, as required. Will be certified to the DG (Dangerous Goods) process within the first three months of hire date. Qualifications High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.