Shipping & Receiving Clerk at Yanfeng International in Hoover, AL

Prepare necessary paperwork to accompany outbound shipments and perform the required computer transactions to ensure that inventory is properly received and located.
Print load sheets for full truckloads. Assign load numbers to all outbound shipments. Document information about loads and store shipping records in an appropriate location according to the corporate record retention guidelines.
Evaluate and select optimized shipping solution for each request; prepares shipment / labels; track and trace shipment to point of delivery and engage in problem resolution. Communicate to requestor shipment status and where problem resolution support is required.
Support complex ad hoc (non-standard) shipments. These shipments involve expensive, one-of-a-kind tooling/equipment/packaging/parts/raw material that support engineering and critical launch needs using various freight modes (ocean, international air, parcel, specialized flatbeds, hazmat and YFAI consolidation network).
Liaise with logistics procurement, logistics operations and customs compliance for unusual / complex shipments that involve specialized equipment / handling and customs regulations. This involves all international shipments, third party to third party shipments and shipments into countries where YFAI has no legal presence.
Unload all incoming materials, suppliers and packaging, as necessary.
Inspect all incoming freight and documentation for accuracy and acceptability.
Generate NCMR for nonconforming material from suppliers and notify quality department.
Store all materials, supplies and packaging in proper locations.
Coordinate inbound and outbound freight pickups/deliveries with freight companies.
Pull outbound product and stage no less than 30 minutes prior to shipment.

1 -3 Years of Experience as Shipping/Receiving Clerk
Demonstrated work experience with computer software programs such as Microsoft Outlook, Internet, Word, Excel, and office databases.
Must be able to be moderately proficient with the use of a keyboard and/or PC. Moderate typing skills and basic math skills required.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages, and volume.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.
Valid driver’s license and passing grade on Power Industrial Truck test.