Shipping & Receiving Clerk - Swagelok Northwest (US)

At Swagelok Northwest, our products and services make the world work for everyone, and our employees make it possible. We work hard to ensure our customers have what they need. Swagelok Northwest (US) is the Swagelok authorized sales and service center providing the highest quality products, services and fluid systems training for the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Shipping and Receiving Clerk with experience working in a detail-oriented environment.

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk position is responsible for the physical processing of orders, receiving inventory, and general inventory management. The ideal candidate will be a good communicator, like working with people and have at least 1 year of experience working in a warehouse or similar setting. They will also be someone who enjoys working in a team environment, as well as being self-motivated to succeed on their own. 

This is a full-time position with a schedule of Monday – Friday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Benefits Include:

• Reliable 40 hour a week schedule
• Onsite free parking and near the MAX line.
• Paid training
• Leadership longevity with a focus on associate and team development
• Performance-based bonuses 3%-10% of annual wage
• Health and Dental Insurance after 30 days of employment. Swagelok pays up to 85% of employee health insurance premiums.
• 7 paid holidays a year
• 100% company paid: Short-term, long-term, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) program with up to a 4% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement for an undergraduate degree
• Up to 104 hours of PTO in your first year of employment
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time every year
• Career advancement opportunities

POSITION SUMMARY

The Shipping & Receiving Clerk position responsible for the physical processing of orders, receiving inventory, and general inventory management. This includes inventory control processes to cycle count, inspect, move, order, and dispose of stock as needed. This position is responsible for working with complex customer accounts and their own specialized programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Receiving Responsibilities:

• Verify and keep records of incoming shipments.
• Receive, unpack, and put away incoming product.

Shipping Responsibilities:

• Print, pull, check, and ship orders.
• Verify and keep records of outgoing shipments.
• Prepare and package items for shipments accurately.
• Complete Certificate (CofC / CMTR’s) for all noted orders
• Assist customers at will-call.
• Inform the Supervisor of stock-offs.
• Maintain warehouse supply stock levels and report any items needed to the Branch Supervisor.

Inventory Control Responsibilities:

• Clean and organize the warehouse area.
• Perform cycle counts/inventory adjustments.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures for maintaining a safe work environment.
• Assist the Branch Supervisor to prepare for VMI deliveries.

In addition the Shipping & Receiving Clerk II is:

• Responsible to assist the warehouse lead with the training and cross-training of associates.
• Communicates effectively with cross-functional teams and leadership regarding the status of shipments.
• Maintains a functional knowledge of complex customers and their software requirements.
• Able to navigate Microsoft Suite (Access, Outlook, Excel, etc.)
• Maintains a system of organization that allows for agility and open communication when things change.

All other tasks and responsibilities as deemed reasonable by the leadership team.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Outstanding customer focus and level of service
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Professionalism
• Highly organized
• Problem-solving ability
• Attention to detail and accuracy

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Education

• A two-year degree, preferably in a technical field, or equivalent work experience

Experience

• 2 plus years of customer service, materials management, or procurement experience

Required Skills and Certifications

• High-level mechanical aptitude
• Basic product knowledge
• Organizational awareness
• Maintain annual visual acuity certification.

EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Shipping software
• UPS Wordship software UPS Wordship software
• Fed Ex Ship Manager software
• Working knowledge of SAP-B1 business system

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standard warehouse environment including associated tools, and safety concerns.
• Routinely lift up to 45 pounds.
• Repeatable bending and reaching of inventory and supplies.
• Standing for long periods of time