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Transportation Clerk

  • Chicago, IL, United States

$23 USD / hour

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Pay
$23 USD / hour
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Experience
At least 2 years of experience in shipping, logistics, inventory control, purchasing, customer service, manufacturing administration, or a related field.
Posting language
English
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Original job description

NOW HIRING

Shipping/Receiving Worker

Shipping Coordinator | Logistics

$23

PER HOUR MONDAY–FRIDAY

SCHEDULE 6:00 AM–2:00 PM

SHIFT 6 MONTHS

CONTRACT • POSSIBLE HIRE

Position summary

Keep products and materials moving accurately and efficiently. In this role, you will coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, manage truck traffic, prepare shipping and receiving paperwork, support inventory and purchasing records, and help connect drivers, customers, plant teams, and corporate partners in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What you’ll do

  • Coordinate incoming and outgoing truck traffic; check drivers in and out, verify order and shipment details, and direct drivers to loading or unloading areas.
  • Confirm product quantities, shipment weights, order specifications, and customer requirements before shipments leave the facility.
  • Prepare and process bills of lading, shipping documents, receiving paperwork, and updates when order details change.
  • Enter and maintain accurate information in shipping, inventory, purchasing, and business systems; audit paperwork for completeness.
  • Monitor supplies and operating materials, place orders as needed, assist with inventory tracking and reconciliation, and coordinate vendor deliveries.
  • Prepare or distribute operational reports and support invoice, purchasing, and plant administrative requirements.
  • Check visitors and contractors in and out; respond professionally to questions from drivers, vendors, and customers about shipments and deliveries.
  • Communicate across plant operations, customers, transportation providers, and corporate teams; follow safety, quality, environmental, and confidentiality requirements.

What you’ll bring

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • At least 2 years of experience in shipping, logistics, inventory control, purchasing, customer service, manufacturing administration, or a related field.
  • Manufacturing, distribution, warehouse, or industrial experience preferred.
  • Strong organization, attention to detail, multitasking, and customer-service skills; able to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced setting.
  • Professional communication skills and confidence working with people at all levels.
  • Computer skills, including Microsoft Office and business systems; ability to learn inventory, shipping, and ERP systems.
  • Basic math and analytical skills.

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Skills

  • Shipping and receiving
  • Procurement
  • Confidentiality
  • Logistics
  • Inventory management
  • Customer service
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Communication skills
  • Computer skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • ERP
  • Analytical skills

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