Shipping Clerk - Charlotte, NC

Job Summary

The Shipping Clerk is responsible for ensuring the accurate, timely, and safe preparation and shipment of customer orders and internal materials. This position plays a key role in maintaining shipping records, handling carriers, and coordinating with production, inventory, and customer service teams to ensure fulfillment accuracy and customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare shipments based on customer orders, work orders, and schedules.
• Package products securely according to internal standards and customer requirements.
• Generate and verify shipping documents including labels, bills of lading, and packing slips.
• Schedule pickups and communicate with carriers such as UPS, FedEx, and freight providers.
• Track outgoing shipments and resolve issues related to delays or errors.
• Perform final inspections to confirm quantity, part numbers, and order accuracy before shipment.
• Maintain clean and organized shipping and staging areas.
• Support receiving and inventory teams as needed during peak times.
• Accurately record shipment data into ERP or inventory systems.
• Follow all safety, ESD, and company protocols during handling and movement of materials.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with common carriers and logistics platforms (UPS WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager, etc.).
• Ability to read packing slips, part numbers, and handle basic documentation.
• Basic computer skills and experience with shipping or inventory software.
• Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Team-oriented with good communication skills.
• Knowledge of ESD and handling procedures for electronic components. (Preferred)
• Familiarity with international shipping documentation and export compliance. (Preferred)

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of shipping or warehouse experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Odoo, SAP, or NetSuite. (Preferred)