Shipping/Receiving Clerk
Location: Ft. Lauderdale
Employment Type: Full-time
Company Description:
Advance-Esthetics is a leading provider of quality skincare and beauty products, dedicated to helping our customers look and feel their best. We are committed to excellence in all aspects of our business and are looking for a skilled Shipping Clerk to join our team.
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Shipping Clerk to manage all aspects of our shipping and receiving operations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in shipping and receiving, be bilingual, and have a strong understanding of shipping procedures and best practices. The Shipping Clerk will be responsible for confirming and documenting all items prepared for shipment, ensuring customer orders are updated in the shipment database, and handling any shipping and receiving issues or discrepancies promptly and professionally.
Responsibilities:
- Confirm and document all items prepared for shipment.
- Ensure customer orders are updated in the shipment database.
- Keep track of shipping details such as returned goods, dunnage, and returnable pallets.
- Address major discrepancies, over-shipments, or substitutions promptly and notify supervisors.
- Prepare necessary shipping documents like bills of lading and dray tickets.
- Handle damage claims for in-transit items and ensure completion.
- Prepare relevant documents accompanying each shipment.
- Ensure incoming deliveries are accurate, including all associated paperwork.
- Efficiently load and unload trucks.
- Communicate with Third Party Logistics providers to resolve issues related to receiving materials.
- Collaborate with quality assurance inspectors, customer service reps, and other relevant stakeholders for smooth shipping and receiving.
- Ensure finished products meet quality standards and delivery deadlines are honored.
- Maintain a systematic and updated shipment database.
- Perform clerical duties as required.
- Dispose of office waste daily.
- Undertake additional tasks as assigned.
- Keep management informed about product shortages to update the company website accurately.
- Engage productively with team members and foster a positive work environment.
- Stay informed about the company's product offerings and shipping procedures.
- Respond efficiently to management's directions and instructions.
- Keep the working area tidy, organized, and ready for operations.
- Must be able to lift items weighing 50lbs or more.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Coordinate and oversee all incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
- Inspect goods and products upon receipt, verifying quantities and ensuring the quality of items.
- Prepare items for shipment, ensuring proper labeling and packaging.
- Handle any shipping and receiving issues or discrepancies promptly and professionally.
- Ensure all shipping and receiving processes adhere to regulations and safety standards.
- Ability to work additional hours and occasional Saturdays.
- Cross train with Logistics coordinator.
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in shipping and receiving.
- Knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures and best practices.
- Proficiency with shipping and receiving software tools and platforms.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects, as necessary.
- Ability to work additional hours and occasional Saturdays.
- Must be bilingual.
- Forklift certification is a plus.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- 401(k) with company matching.
- Generous sick days.
- Paid vacation days.
- Paid holidays.
- Opportunity to be a part of a dynamic and growth-oriented company.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
If you meet the qualifications and are excited about the opportunity to join our team, please submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!
Advance-Esthetics is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Shipping & receiving: 3 years (Required)
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
- English (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person