Shipping Clerk

ABOUT LOZIER

Every day, millions of people interact with Lozier products without even realizing it. From the shelving in retail stores to the storage systems powering warehouses and online fulfillment, our products keep retail moving. If you’ve shopped in a store or ordered online, chances are you’ve experienced what we build.

For 70 years and counting, Lozier Corporation has been the industry leader trusted by top brands across the country. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with facilities nationwide, we combine innovation, advanced manufacturing, and a people-centric culture to shape the future of retail. At Lozier, you’ll join a team that designs industry-leading solutions, builds products retailers and warehouses depend on, and be part of a company that prioritizes growth and development of its workforce.

BENEFITS AND SCHEDULE

• Company bonus potential.
• PTO (Paid Time Off) plus paid holidays.
• Competitive benefits package (Eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits on the first day of employment).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Career Development Programs.
• Casual dress.
• Relocation benefits available, (as applicable).
• Monday thru Friday schedule, onsite.
• Optional Alternative Work Schedule available, this includes a schedule of longer work days, with a rotational schedule of every other Friday off.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The DC Shipping Clerks are responsible for printing and managing the majority of outbound paperwork as well as maintain packing list file for inbound receiving. They are the first point of contact for anyone calling into or physically checking in at the DC shipping office. Responsible to provide accessorial paperwork (maps, export documents, dangerous goods, etc) to drivers at time of pick up.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Act as point of first contact at the shipping desk when calls come in, or someone checks in, at the DC.
• Provides assistance to Customers, Customer Service or other entities as requested or needed.
• Prints and maintains paperwork for each truck load and LTL trailer that is loaded by the DC. Also, verifies that drivers leave with correct export documents, hazmat paperwork, trailer number and seal number. Prints maps for the drivers.
• Supports the export coordinator in the main office and Joplin, MO, by creating and printing export documents for our Canadian shipments (2nd shift only).
• Performs shipment close, in Catalyst, on LTL small package/air and truckload shipments when complete.
• Calls LTL carriers for trailer pick up and cartage carriers/customers for dock pick ups.
• Calls out trailer moves to the shag drivers and keeps track of drivers who have checked in for their loads.
• Logs inbound trailers and containers and maintains paperwork for receiving
• Maintains live driver check in log.
• Maintains Haz-Mat file for DOT compliance.
• Provides weekend coverage, outside of normal working hours, of shipping desk when DC is working.
• Cross training and additional projects as needed
• Regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work and completing assignments
• Ability to work and interact well with others

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• None required at this time

Experience:

• Up to 2 years general maintenance and/or custodial experience

Required Skills:

• Ability to organize activities and manage time effectively.
• Intermediate PC Skills including Microsoft Word, Excel
• Ability to communicate effectively with others face to face or using telephone, email, and C.B. radio.

Preferred Skills

• Working knowledge of Business Objects
• Working knowledge of Lozier Mainframe
• Working knowledge of Catalyst
• Working knowledge of how DC works and movement of freight.
• Strong bias for action; sense of urgency
• Focuses on serving customers – internal and external

SPECIAL DEMANDS

• Ability to lift 25 pounds

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Lozier reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way desired and the essential job functions may be modified to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Successful completion of pre-hire drug screen and post offer background screen is required to obtain employment. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Why work here?

When it comes to employers, we understand you have choices – and that you want more than a job. You want the opportunity to learn and grow, to be recognized for your efforts and accomplishments, to be treated with respect and have a sense of pride and belonging. That’s what a career at Lozier is all about. Our future success relies on the same thing that’s carried us for more than 65 years – a committed team of employees working together to achieve goals and provide our customers with the best product in the industry. If you’re looking for a place where you’ll be challenged to be your best and are given the tools and resources to grow and develop, we want to hear from you.

About Us

Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with facilities across the U.S., Lozier Corporation is the leading manufacturer of products used by retailers in stores and warehouses, with a vision to be operationally excellent in support of retail’s present and future. Retailers have relied on our quality products and service since 1956.