SURESTAFF is immediately hiring a Shipping & Receiving Clerk for a large, well-known client in Elk Grove Village, IL. As a Shipping & Receiving Clerk for SURESTAFF, you will work in a fast-paced distribution environment and be involved in all aspects of warehouse operations including:
Shipping & Receiving (Picker / Packer)
Quality Assurance
Inventory Control (RF Scanners)
SURESTAFF is invested in their team members! All temp-to-hire employees are offered competitive compensation ($20-$25/hr) as well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision). Available shifts include 8am-5pm. Responsibilities of the Shipping & Receiving Clerk:
Coordinates with Agents and partners and ensure that all import shipments are properly documented.
Sort, process and distribute all documentation for incoming consolidations and direct shipments.
Study various modes of transportation to ascertain the most efficient and timely movement of freight for forwarding and delivery.
Make I/T entries for on-forwarding of shipments to all destinations and arrange transportation to said destination.
Ensure that all documents required by U.S. Customs regulations are correct and complete to include customer compliance under the supervision of the designated Customs Brokers.
Negotiate with trucking companies and airlines to obtain rates and guarantee of delivery.
Arrange local deliveries for customers after customs clearance when appropriate.
Issue invoices to customers.
Set up all necessary arrangements indicated on Advance Information for the smooth movement of import freight.
Provide quotations in response to customers and internal requests including overseas partners.
Perform customer service duties with correspondence to customers and overseas partners, e-mails fax, etc.
Assist in the implementation of customer service policies and procedures to ensure that the service that is being provided is of the appropriate standard and level
Perform other duties as requested by management.
Required Qualifications of the Shipping & Receiving Clerk:
Minimum requirement High School diploma or GED.
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to use basic math skills to calculate duties and freight, storage and other charges.
Solid understanding of the international forwarding business.
About Surestaff At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:
Access to a wide range of job opportunities
Competitive pay
Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
Electronic weekly pay
Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support
Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer. Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment DecisionsIn accordance with state mandates, we are providing this notice to inform all applicants and employees that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at various stages of our employment processes. This may include recruitment, screening, hiring, promotion, or other employment-related evaluations.AI tools may assist in reviewing application materials, assessing qualifications, or supporting decision-making. These tools do not replace human judgment; rather, they are used to support consistent and efficient evaluation.Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Surestaff is the place for you. Let’s get started today!
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