Job description Job Title Clerk Receiving Department Receiving Reports To Assistant Department Manager or Department Manager Position Overview A warehouse receiving clerk is responsible for receiving and processing incoming product shipments, maintaining inventory counts and quality control procedures. Additionally, the receiving clerk is responsible for ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction when picking up orders or making returns at the facility. Supervisory responsibilities * This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities * Compare identifying information and count, weigh, or measures item of incoming shipments to verify information against bills of lading, packing slips, invoices, orders, or other records. * Customer facing role that requires professional communication with suppliers, vendors, and shipping companies to coordinate delivery schedules and resolve any issues with shipments. * Preparing, maintaining, and recording records of inventories, receipts, purchases, or deliveries to assess supply needs. * Assisting in the unloading and unpacking of products from trucks, processing return items and ensuring proper item storage. * Performing regular material warehouse audits to ensure that material is undamaged and maintained neatly throughout the warehouse. * Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment, including sweeping and mopping floors, removing debris and clutter, and properly disposing of packaging materials. * Occasionally assisting with other warehouse tasks, such as picking and packing orders, conducting inventory counts, and preparing merchandise for shipment. * All other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Required skills/abilities * Basic knowledge of Warehouse organization procedures. * Great communication and interpersonal abilities. * Able to work in a collaborative team environment. * High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to prioritize tasks. * Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently. * Able to lift and move heavy merchandise items. * Flexible schedule, including ability to work on weekends, as needed. * Suitable computer skills required. education and experience * Previous experience with receiving functions including RF scanning preferred. * Precise data entry and reporting skills required. * Attention to detail and basic math skills are required. * Customer Service experience required. * Demonstrated problem solving skills are required. * WMS experience preferred. * High school diploma or equivalent. physical requirements * Standing, walking, bending, squatting most of the time. * Repetitive motions including pushing & pulling with hands most of the time. * Frequently carrying up to 25 lbs. * Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. * Seldom sitting or crawling.