Receiving Clerk Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

We are looking for an experienced Receiving Clerk to receive, sort, inspect and process returned equipment for credit or exchange. This position will also inspect our shipments from vendors for accuracy, shelve items, & sign for all deliveries. The Receiving Clerk must have a exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, strong computer skills, and basic math skills. They must also be able to unload shipments with or without accommodation as well as the clerical skills to update records and follow up with suppliers.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Follow Inventory control and receiving procedures.
Inspect items delivered and identify concerns on the packing tickets.
Plan, organize, and prioritize workload effectively
Lift objects up to 50 lbs. on multiple occasions daily, with or without accommodation
Work well with others
Perform light cleaning and assist with prep work
- Be on feet most of the day and be able to handle physical labor for extended periods of time, with or without accommodation
- Be willing to take on additional tasks as assigned.
- Work independently

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Job summary 2

We are searching for a Receiving Clerk to join our team. Receiving Clerk may work across shipping, receiving, and inventorying or be dedicated to a specific team. Our ideal candidate is organized, committed to completing tasks with accuracy and efficiency, and a great team player.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Unload, unpack, and inspect shipments of products. Report any damage, missing items, or inconsistencies as directed.
Responsible for pricing items with appropriate mark-ups and labeling with the size and color for inventory control.
Maintaining the recycling program, collecting cardboard and placing in the appropriate areas.
Assisting in the maintenance of merchandise counts, daily records, and transfers within the inventory system.
Assist in physical inventories.
- Inform supervisor of any low or over abundance in stock.
- Ensures that all work areas are neat clean and organized with strong attention to safety.
- Performs any other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills 2

At least one year experience working in a warehouse.
Experience receiving using a data entry system, inventorying, and shipping.
Computer knowledge and good communication skills.
Must possess basic math skills and have the ability to handle counts accurately.
- Physical Requirements
- Must have the ability to carry and lift up to 55 pounds and stand all day.
- Frequent bending, stooping, carrying, walking, and reaching above the shoulders.

Job summary 3

A Receiving Clerk is responsible for receiving inventory in conformance with receiving requirements including verification of all essential title data (price, binding, publisher, purchase order number, ISBN, barcode) for proper maintenance of on-hand inventory and title file.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Removes products from cartons. Scans barcode on product using surface mounted scanner.
Verifies that title, price, and binding agrees with received product, using CRT screen.
- Forwards nonconforming goods to exception clerk.
- Accurately counts and enters quantities in CRT.
- Sorts products.

Requirements & Skills 3

High school graduate or equivalent and up to three months experience.
Knowledge of scanning equipment.
PC and 10 key skills helpful.
Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
- Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
- Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's and perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions and deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Job summary 4

Under the supervision of the Storeroom Supervisor, the Receiving Clerk performs a variety of receiving and related duties within the Department.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Responsible for receiving all incoming material and equipment. Inspects material with regard to quantity description and condition etc. utilizing information as detailed on the receiving report of the Purchase Order.
Separate all material as to stores inventory or direct distribution to Department ordering material. Assists in putting away material going into inventory.
Maintains open Purchase Order filing system completes all receiving reports and follows all approved policies and procedures.
Packages wraps labels and prepares all items to be shipped from the Hospital. Initiates and maintains appropriate returned-goods and shipping records.
Restocks and delivers medical supply Exchange Carts to Nursing Units on weekends and holidays as scheduled.
- Keeps assigned work area clean.
- Performs related departmental duties as assigned.
- Will assume the duties of the Storeroom Supervisor when the Storeroom Supervisor is not on duty.

Requirements & Skills 4

High school graduate or equivalent.
Previous receiving and stockroom experience desirable but not necessary.
Should have previous supervisory responsibilities.

Job summary 5

The Receiving Clerk will be responsible for validating the quantity of product received and processing vendor invoices and reclamation.

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Requirements & Skills 5

Willing and available to work weekends and holidays.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Available and able to perform stock clerk duties and customer service duties as scheduled or assigned.
Qualified and able to operate power machinery and work with various job tools.
- Must be able to read shelf tags, signs, product labels, training materials, and bulletins.
- Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment and willingness to help all members of the department.
- Able to calmly, courteously and tactfully handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers.

Job summary 6

The Receiving Clerk is responsible for communicating with the drivers and assigning inbound and outbound loads to specific doors and staging lanes.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Check truck drivers in and out
Assign dock doors for inbound/outbound activity according with warehouse direction and vendor assignment in warehouse
Verify accuracy of all shipping/receiving documentation. Partner with the inventory department to resolve any issues
Assist in appointment scheduling as needed
Update required reports on a timely basis
- Communicate with customers and assist with customer needs
- Coordinate inbound and outbound loads
- Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills 6

High School diploma or equivalent
Two (2) years or more experience in SAP and Warehouse Management System (WMS)
Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices
- Excellent PC skills in MS Office (intermediate level)
- SAP and Warehouse Management System (WMS) knowledge (intermediate level)
- Safety Sensitive Position. Non-Regulated Tech. Depending on location, may be required to operate equipment and be equipment certified

Job summary 7

The Receiving Clerk verifies, put away parts and keeps records on incoming shipments and the following duties.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Makes sure all parts are unloaded to the staging area.
- Removes parts from the staging locations to the proper locations and departments.
- Match purchase orders with incoming shipments.
- Drives Forklift to move parts from location to location.

Requirements & Skills 7

Must have the parts put away in a timely fashion so not to hold up production.
Must be able to work in a fast-changing environment.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job summary 8

The Receiving Clerk performs work in the receiving area of the store to include merchandise stocking, inventory control, pricing and, merchandise returns.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Supports A Strong Commitment To World Class Customer Service And Ensures A Pleasant And Productive Shopping Experience For All Customers
Unloads Trucks, Stocks Merchandise, Tickets Merchandise And Processes Returns
Maintains Receiving Area Layout As Set By The Corporate Office
- Interacts With Other Associates In A Friendly, Positive And Professional Manner
- Keeps Work Area Clean, Neat And Safe
- Follows All Company Policies And Procedures

Requirements & Skills 8

High School Diploma Or Equivalent Experience
- Ability To Perform Simple Math (Arithmetic, Subtraction, Multiplication)
- Ability To Communicate In A Friendly And Professional Manner To Our
- Ability To Establish And Maintain Effective Working Relationships With Management, Coworkers And Customers

Job summary 9

The Receiving Clerk reports to and collaborates with the Receiving Team Leader. Primarily responsible for coordinating produce receiving activities for incoming shipments with a smooth flow of raw materials to the production lines. The qualified candidate will maintain detailed records of incoming and outgoing shipments and complete required shipment verification. Other duties include, assistance with overseeing the processing, storage, use and documentation of supplies, materials, and equipment. Assistance with making arrangements to complete project work, periodic and daily routines to support the production and receiving requirements. Documentation of work procedures. Assist shift team leaders in preparing work schedules and expediting workflow.

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Requirements & Skills 9

Strong experience in MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) - required
Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem solving and organizational skills
- Previous experience in a food processing, manufacturing or receiving environment is a plus
- A self-motivated individual that can multi-task
- Associates Degree preferred but not required

Job summary 10

The basic Receiving Clerk functions are to provide coordination in either or all of the Shipping, Receiving, Stocking and Line Support material movements required to support an efficient production operation. This person will handle multiple elements of receiving and shipment processes, including order entry, quality accountabilities, staging, materials movement functions (assembly line supply, shop movements, dock flow), perform check-in and data-entry functions on incoming materials as well as manage outgoing small package and backhaul processes.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Review and check in all inbound items
Data entry of all vendor packing list and warehouse transfers
Ability to understand packing list and BOL’s
Perform physical counts and other inventory management activities
Ability to apply WM practices to new product or incoming freight and designate appropriate binning activities to ensure accuracy
- Perform all SAP transactions and data entry to maintain accurate inventory and adjustments as necessary
- Maintain bin accuracy by performing bin audits and make adjustments as necessary
- Process damage freight, when needed

Requirements & Skills 10

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Good office skills – filing, paperwork management, organizational skills
Good computer skills
Previous experience in receiving and/or shipping in a warehouse environment
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications: Outlook, Excel, and Word are preferred
- The candidate must be trainable for SAP business systems
- Capable of becoming forklift certified

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