Shipping and Receiving Lead UFP Industries, Inc. - 3.2 Stafford, TX Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Qualifications Forklift Certification Computer operation Staff supervision Microsoft Outlook Shipping and receiving discrepancy reporting Safety protocol adherence Team supervision Freight documentation management Computer literacy Safety regulations Spreadsheets Basic math English Mid-level Forklift Order shipping High school diploma or GED Dispatching DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations Order fulfillment receiving Scheduling pickups and deliveries Task prioritization Safety hazards Shipping and receiving inventory management Straps Delivery record maintenance Order tracking Truck loading and unloading Carrier management Leadership Full Job Description Shipping & Receiving Clerk General Summary The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is for coordinating the incoming and outgoing shipment of material. Prepares paperwork and material for shipment and reviews paperwork of incoming material. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Coordinates and schedule all outbound loads and coordinate with sales and production. Determines proper loading order and placement of product. Verifies shipping documents and records any discrepancies. Set up all loads to be shipped common carrier with outside freight companies. Coordinates routing of orders, and dispatches carrier with orders and appropriate delivery instructions consistent with customer receiving times. Ensures all internal/external paperwork meets all Universal as well as DOT regulations and procedures. Documents any shortage on orders, investigates reasons for occurrence and informs sales and admin of the shortage. Takes and acts upon all calls for tracing and/or expediting orders. Maintains proper documentation and records of incoming and outgoing shipments. May assists loading and unloading material from trucks or carts. Prepares various reports and correspondence as required. Performs other duties as required.

Job Specifications Knowledge:

High school diploma Supervisor and Leadership skills a PLUS Working knowledge of standard DOT concepts, regulations, practices and procedures. Working knowledge of proper unloading techniques, weight limitations, and company procedures. Working knowledge of excel word and outlook. Basic knowledge on lumber math, lumber grades and species. Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process. Preferred understanding on company policies, practices and procedures. Skills and abilities Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English; ability read and write English Ability to recognize safe vs. unsafe working conditions Ability to plan, and organize the work of others, determine priorities, meet deadlines and work under pressure and stress. Ability to identify problems and find viable solutions Ability to understand and use basic math and numbers, and to use a computer terminal, calculator, and telephone.

• Demonstrated ability to frequently get on and off the forklift, and to strap and tie down shipments.
• Ability to multitask and pay attention to detail
• Ability to work under indirect supervision
• Ability to pass a drug test
• Ability to work hours mandated by management Conduct
• Safety conscious and strong
• Team player and goal oriented
• Participates in Safety and CI programs
• Leads by example and has positive attitude
• Looks for ways to improve productivity and department results
• Punctual and reliable Working Conditions The following physical activity is required (percentage of time during a typical workday may vary) Activity Not Required Less than 25% 25 to 49% 50 to 74% 75% or more Bending at Waist a Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling a Climbing/Balancing a Lifting/Carrying Less than 10 lbs.

a 10-25 lbs. a Over 25 lbs. a Pushing / Pulling a Twisting a Using force a Sitting a Standing a Walking a

Talking:

Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. a

Hearing:

Perceiving the nature of sounds by the ear with or without correction. a

Seeing:

Obtaining impressions through the eyes of the shape, size, distance, motion, color, or other characteristics of objects with or without correction. a Driving a vehicle/heavy equipment a

Reaching:

Extending the hands and arms in any direction (above and beyond comfort zone). a

Handling:

Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands. a

Repetitive Motion:

Repetitious movement of arms, hands and wrists. Disclaimer Statement The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. "Universal Forest Products and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin" The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.