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Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Warehouse Job Type Full-time Description Lightology is the largest contemporary lighting showroom in North America. Our goal is to educate our customers on the intricacies of lighting design. And with this knowledge, our customers come to appreciate the significant impact that great lighting design can have on their home, office, store or restaurant. This knowledge, accompanied by a partnership with our staff and our exceptional product line gives our customers all the tools necessary to create an atmosphere uniquely suited to their needs.
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**Position:** **Shipping and Receiving Clerk**
**Position Reports to the Shipping Manager**
**Location: Chicago, IL (Lincoln Park)**
The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for day-to-day receiving, shipping, and maintenance of inventory. The role is also responsible for performing inventory counts as directed and improving internal communication with the Warehouse and Purchasing Manager in relation to current inventory, received inventory and inventory being shipped.
**Responsibilities**
Day-to-day receipt of inventory
Verifies items received by checking the identifying information of items received
Inspects condition of items received. Broken or damaged items must be reported to the Inventory Manager and Purchasing Buyers
Compares count/measure of items to purchase order and packing list
Signs packing list (or receiving form) acknowledging the receipt of the items
Enters received inventory into the computer system
Places inventory in stock or in customer pick up depending on the purchase order
Maintains inventory in an orderly and organized fashion as directed by the Inventory Manager
Maintains Inventory level and informs manager when quantities are low
Makes sure all inventory movement is supported by an appropriate inventory document, i.e., pull ticket, inventory transfer form, shipping instructions, etc.
Coordinates with Inventory Manager and Customer Service the delivery of goods to customers. Makes sure goods in stock are provided promptly to customers who are picking up their purchases
Prepares shipping/delivery forms as instructed. Physically puts inventory to be shipped or delivered into boxes in a manner where breakage will not occur
Makes sure inventory movement is entered into the computer system, as directed by the Inventory Manager
Inspects inventory for wear and defects. Recommends solutions for damaged inventory - whether to have repaired or returned to vendor
Takes a physical inventory as directed by the Inventory Manager, including cable, accessories, and bulbs. Counts must be accurate
Restricts access to inventory to authorized personnel only (i.e., shipping, receiving and delivery personnel only -- sales personnel are not allowed access to the inventory)
Contributes to the team effort by assisting others as needed. Performs other tasks and duties as assigned
Requirements
* Minimum 1 year of shipping, receiving and warehouse experience.
* Factory-specific experience a plus.
* Must have experience using pallet trucks and lifts.
* Must be able to lift 30+ lbs.
* High school diploma or GED required.
* Able to read and understand English.
* Able to conduct work while standing for 8 hours a day.
**Benefits**
* Competitive pay
* Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance enrollment the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.
* 401k Retirement plan after 6 months of employment
* Two weeks (10 days) of accrued vacation time, prorated your first year
* Five (5) Days of Sick Time off annually, prorated your first year
* Company Paid Holidays, after 30 days of employment
* Company Sponsored Term Life with AD&D Insurance
* Short Term, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D optional Insurance benefits the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment