Chicago, Illinois

Senior Warehouse Clerk – Shipping and Receiving

Job Summary

The Senior Warehouse Clerk manages daily shipping and receiving operations, handles freight documentation, and resolves carrier or inventory issues using warehouse management systems. [1]

Key Responsibilities

• Shipping & Receiving Operations (30%)
  • Process incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Direct truck drivers and carriers.
  • Resolve dock scheduling, late pickups, and damage claims.
• Export Processing & Documentation (15%)
  • Complete export orders and compliance paperwork.
  • Generate shipping labels and maintain audit-ready records.
• Returns & Inventory Processing (15%)
  • Process customer returns in the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
  • Verify inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Pallet & Equipment Management (15%)
  • Order CHEP and white wood pallets.
  • Reconcile pallet inventory and audit system variances.
• Data Entry & Shift Reporting (15%)
  • Track daily shipping/receiving metrics in the WMS.
  • Maintain filing systems per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• General Administrative Support (10%)
  • Provide shift-level documentation support.
  • Communicate daily status updates to warehouse leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2–3 years in a warehouse shipping and receiving role.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in a Warehouse Management System (WMS) and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with shipping documents, export paperwork, and pallet control (CHEP/white wood).

Job Requirements:

Job Requirements:

 Forklift Operator – Stand-Up Reach (2nd Shift)

 Location: Chicago, IL

 Shift: 2nd Shift

·       Monday–Friday or Tuesday–Saturday

·       3:30 PM – 12:00 AM

Pay Rate: $20.76/hour

Position Summary

We are seeking dependable, safety-focused, and motivated Forklift Operators to join our 2nd Shift warehouse team in Chicago. This role is essential to daily warehouse operations and includes forklift operation, case picking, pallet consolidation, and shipping/receiving activities.

Responsibilities

·       Operate a Stand-Up Dock Truck/Reach Truck for case picking

·       Use RF scanners to accurately pick and track inventory

·       Consolidate and stage pallets for shipment

·       Build pallets, and stage

·       Load and unload trailers using warehouse equipment

·       Complete required client forklift training and certification processes

·       Follow all safety procedures, including always wearing steel-toe boots

·       Lift and move products weighing 35–50 lbs as needed

·       Perform physical activities including standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting throughout the shift

·       Assist in other warehouse departments based on operational needs

·       Strong attendance record and reliable punctuality

·       Previous experience operating a Stand-Up Dock Truck (Raymond equipment preferred)

·       Ability to work independently and in a team environment

·       Positive attitude and willingness to learn

·       Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards

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Job Requirements:

6+ Months forklift experience

Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Comfortable working in non climate controlled environment