We're Hiring: Shipping & Receiving Clerk!
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Shipping & Receiving Clerk to manage our warehouse operations efficiently. The ideal candidate will handle incoming and outgoing shipments, maintain accurate inventory records, and ensure smooth logistics operations while adhering to safety protocols and quality standards.
Location: Newport News, United States
⏰ Work Mode: Work From Office
Role: Shipping & Receiving Clerk
What You'll Do:
Performs shipment receiving functions including inspection, tracking, data entry,
problem resolution, property classification/tagging and delivery. Assists with the
packing and shipping process. Also, works with property management and material
services including participation in the annual property inventories.
Specific Shipment Receiving Duties and Responsibilities:
1.Enter all arriving shipments into the Jefferson Lab automated accounting system to ensure
prompt payment of vendor invoices.
1.Enter all shipments into the Property Management database daily to ensure accurate tracking of
property.
2.Tag the property per the Property Management instructions.
3.Open each package and verify the contents with the vendor’s packing slip and the appropriate
Jefferson Lab acquisition document. Inspect each shipment for suspect or counterfeit parts.
4.Report any discrepancies (under shipment, counterfeit parts, over shipment, damage etc.) as
well as other major problems to the vendor and the Jefferson Lab Procurement Department.
Assist with processing claims for freight damage. Do not accept shipments with obvious external
damage (crushed, punctured etc.).
5.Maintain status file on all problem shipments keeping the Procurement Department informed
until the issue is resolved.
6.Identify and coordinate marking of any shipments belonging to third parties.
7.Arrange direct delivery of large shipments to locations on site. Included in this function are
escorting delivery vehicles in the “controlled” section of the accelerator site and operating
forklift.
8.Monitor incoming shipment for time sensitive items and alert requestor and/or end user for pick
up
9.Monitor all shipments for suspicious packages and alert Jefferson Lab security immediately when
noted.
11. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned --- including but not limited to.
∙Coordinate outgoing shipments in absence of shipping clerk
∙General filing and data entry related to shipping, receiving, material services and property
∙Pick-up and delivery of excess property and other internal property moves
∙Sorting, metering and delivery of regular and internal mail
∙Assisting with setup and break down of events
∙Perform duties of delivery driver
Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
∙Knowledge of property management, shipping & receiving, and inventory control procedures
and documentation requirements.
∙Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare accurate and understandable reports.
∙Ability to perform simple accounting procedures.
∙Knowledge or ability to be trained to operate material handling equipment
∙Computer skills including but not limited to; emails, word processing, spreadsheets, and data
entry skills.
∙Knowledge of basic procurement rules and regulations.
∙Knowledge of industrial safety rules.
∙Basic understanding of high school science.
∙Ability to read, understand and speak English fluently.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma and four years post secondary training or experience related to the
duties and responsibilities specified.
Ready to join our logistics team? Apply now and help us deliver excellence!