Receiving Clerk Job Description

Receiving Clerk Job Description Receiving Clerk Job Description Receiving clerk job description clearly identifies the key duties and responsibilities for this position and the necessary skills and experience for successful job performance. Receiving clerks manage incoming deliveries and are employed in a variety of industries. Receiving Clerk Job Description General PurposeA receiving clerk is responsible for accepting, checking and processing deliveries to a warehouse or factory Duties and Responsibilitiesdirect delivery drivers to the the correct unloading stationreceive and sign for deliveriescheck deliveries against orders, invoices, manifests and other documents to verify correctnessrecord and report overages, shortages and discrepanciesliaise with shippers to rectify problems with deliveriesinspect the condition and quality of delivered itemsrecord and reject damaged itemsprocess returns of damaged itemsprepare and keep records of good receivedcomplete daily receiving entries into computer systemstore stock in an orderly manner in appropriate locationsassure proper storage conditionscorrectly route items to relevant departments and process inter-company transfersorganize stock and maintain inventoryconduct regular cycle countsliaise with purchasing and operations with regard to stock levelscomply with standard safety and operating proceduresEducation and ExperienceHigh school diplomaworking knowledge of MS Office including Exceldata entry skillsknowledge of warehouse operations and procedures including Warehouse Management Systemsproficient with electronic scanning equipmentmay be required to operate warehouse equipment such as a forkliftKey Skills and Competenciesnumeracy skillsclose attention to detail and accuracystrong planning and organizational skillsproblem-solving abilitystrong work ethiccommunication skillssafety-consciouscommitment to teamwork Physical Requirementswork may involve lifting, bending, reaching, carrying, climbing and prolonged standing Shipping Clerk Job Description A shipping clerk is responsible for monitoring and processing the shipment of all merchandise and products leaving a company's warehouse. This position may be combined with that of a receiving clerk and is titled Receiving and Shipping Clerk. For a complete list of the duties and responsibilities of a shipping clerk go to Shipping Clerk Job Description.Warehouse Coordinator Job Description Warehouse Job Descriptions