Shipping & Receiving Clerk - Metals USA

Metals USA is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Clerk for our Northbrook, IL location. Metals USA is a leading metals processor/distributor in North America, providing a wide range of carbon steel products and services. Metals USA is a solid, growth-oriented company servicing the defense, commercial construction, and road construction and fabrication industries.

Benefits of working with us:


* Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
* Excellent health, dental, vision and life insurance
* 401(K) program with company match
* Large company with opportunities for growth and advancement
* Tuition reimbursement
* Inclusive working environment

Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


* Able to accurately ship, receive and verify all purchased material, material being shipped, returned material, and other supplies as needed.
* Ensure that all material is inspected according to instructions.
* Verify that all material is properly identified and packaged.
* Properly load and unload trucks.
* Safely use material handling equipment such as cranes, forklifts
* Update company inventories and package products for return to vendors.
* Track shipments daily and follow up on delayed orders.
* Communicate with drivers and other warehouse staff.
* Collaborate with the marketing department to develop schedules for displaying products on the sales floor.
* Initiate proof of delivery documents as needed
* Prepares finished goods accurately for shipment according to customer
* Coordinates shipments on approved third party logistic company (i.e. RSAC approved) and common outside carriers.
* Reviews finished goods to ensure that they are tagged and properly prepared for Prepares shipping documents associated with each truck including bill of lading; prints tags to identify material.
* Verifies that all shipments are accurate and not damaged prior to departure from the
* Stores materials and supplies within the warehouse according to company
* Manages shipping supplies inventories according to company
* Manages finished goods inventory per company
* Signs for incoming deliveries as required; loads and unloads delivery trailers/trucks by hand or with material handling equipment as needed.
* Forwards shipping and receiving documentation in a neat and orderly
* Records shipping and receiving details to the appropriate department on a regular and timely basis.
* Fills out production paperwork, follows shop system data collection procedures and follows inspection procedures on a daily basis.
* Maintains work areas in a clean, orderly and safe manner to include returning tools to designated areas.
* Notifies management of product discrepancies or equipment malfunctions, and or personal injuries.
* Regular and predictable attendance is required to perform the duties of a shipping clerk
* Adheres to established company policies and procedures paying special attention to safety regulations.
* Adheres to Reliance Steel and Aluminum's Code of Conduct as well as customer confidentiality requirements.
* Wears personal protective equipment in accordance with training
* Performs other related duties as

"Metals USA provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability."




* Stand, walk, sit, handling/fingering, reach outward, reach above shoulder, climb, squat or kneel or bend
* Use hands to handle objects, tools or controls
* Lift, carry, push and/or pull 51 -- 100 with assistance
* Must wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
* High School Graduate or Equivalent
* Must possess excellent Oral/Written/Reading Communication Skills
* Basic math skills are required
* Ability to inspect material for quality conformance through the use of measuring devices
* Ability to prioritize and focus while multi-tasking
* Ability to demonstrate professionalism, diplomacy and confidentiality in all communications
* Functional Computer Literacy to include Microsoft Products and Stelplan
* Valid OSHA Forklift Certification (if assisting as a production worker)
* Valid OSHA Overhead Crane certification (if assisting as a production worker)

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled