The posting
Shipping and Receiving Clerk Location: Clinton, South CarolinaDepartment: PackingJob Type: Full-Time 1st Shift Job Status: HourlyAbout the Opportunity AstenJohnson is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Clerk to support the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of materials throughout our Clinton manufacturing facility. In this role, you will be responsible for receiving and processing incoming materials, preparing and coordinating outbound shipments, maintaining inventory records, delivering materials to production areas, and keeping warehouse and outside storage areas organized. This position plays an important role in supporting manufacturing operations and maintaining on-time delivery. What You’ll Do
Unload and process inbound materials by verifying quantities and identification numbers against purchase orders, order confirmations, bills of lading, and packing slips.
Inspect incoming shipments, identify damaged or missing materials, and coordinate resolution with Purchasing and supervision.
Enter shipping, receiving, and inventory information into the appropriate software systems and maintain accurate records.
Receive, sort, organize, and properly store materials within the warehouse.
Deliver materials to production locations outside the warehouse.
Develop and process workflows that support efficient receipt, storage, distribution, and disposition of inventory.
Prepare, process, and schedule outbound shipments, including fabrics, returned inventory, samples, and other materials.
Verify outbound shipment quantities and item identification against shipping orders.
Prepare shipping labels, packing slips, bills of lading, and other required shipping documentation.
Coordinate with inbound and outbound carriers to support pickups and deliveries within established shipping and receiving hours.
Communicate scheduling changes or delays to appropriate internal contacts.
Load and unload fabrics and other materials using safe handling practices and appropriate material-handling equipment.
Oversee the baling and storage of recycled and/or waste materials and arrange for disposal when containers are full.
Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the warehouse and outside storage areas using 5S principles.
Support Trade Compliance requirements, including C-PTAT.
Cross-train and perform essential packing functions to support manufacturing operations as needed.
What We’re Looking For The successful candidate will have:
High school diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Strong written, verbal, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
Professional email communication skills with associates, carriers, customers, and suppliers.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Good digital filing and record-keeping skills.
Working knowledge of JDE preferred.
Power Industrial Truck certification.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to work effectively with Purchasing, Production Facilitators, carriers, suppliers, and other internal partners.
Physical Requirements This position requires the ability to:
Wear safety shoes, safety glasses, and earplugs as required in manufacturing areas.
Regularly lift and move fabrics and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Walk, stand, bend, kneel, and climb stairs or ladders as necessary to perform job duties.
Stand for extended periods of time.
Safely perform material-handling activities in a manufacturing and warehouse environment.
Why Join AstenJohnson? AstenJohnson is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and collaborative workplace where Associates can contribute to our success. Safety, quality, teamwork, customer service, efficiency, and sustainability are important priorities at our Clinton facility. Full-time Associates working 30 or more hours per week are generally eligible for AstenJohnson benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, and an Associate Assistance Program, with eligibility beginning at different points based on the applicable plan. Equal Employment Opportunity AstenJohnson is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified applicants or Associates based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law. AstenJohnson also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. Apply today to join the AstenJohnson Clinton team as a Shipping and Receiving Clerk. This job posting is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may evolve over time to meet organizational needs.
