Warehouse Operations Clerk

Pay Rate: $21.50 / hour

Shift: 2nd Shift | Monday – Friday, 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM (flexibility up to 2:30 AM and mandatory Saturday overtime as required by operational demand) Orientation: Thursdays at 8:00 AM (full day shift on orientation day; regular 2nd shift begins Friday) Location: On-site warehouse facility

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, reliable Warehouse Operations Clerk to manage critical shipping documentation, driver dispatch, and system transactions. In this role, you will serve as the operational bridge between inbound/outbound carriers, warehouse leadership, and floor operations to ensure freight moves accurately and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Shipping Documentation & System Administration

• Generate, verify, and close outbound shipments and prepare accurate Bills of Lading (BOL) using a Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Maintain strict adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all shipping records, seal logs, and digital load boards.
• Audit and file all outbound shipping paperwork for compliance, tracking, and quick retrieval.
• Investigate and assist in resolving shipping discrepancies and inventory variances.

Carrier & Yard Coordination

• Communicate daily via email and phone with outbound freight carriers regarding schedules, trailer capacity, and equipment requirements.
• Greet incoming drivers, verify credentials, assign loading doors, and release drivers with accurate paperwork.
• Partner closely with yard spotters to coordinate trailer moves and maximize yard/dock door efficiency.
• Communicate operational updates, dock assignments, and priorities across warehouse teams.

Operational & Floor Support

• Assist with hands-on material handling duties as needed, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, staging, and loading.
• Assist site leadership with administrative reports and ad-hoc operational tasks.

Qualifications Required:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced warehouse, distribution, or logistics environment.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and data entry accuracy.
• Solid communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, and exercise sound judgment in a deadline-driven environment.
• Flexibility to work mandatory overtime and weekend shifts based on business needs.

Preferred

• Hands-on experience with Tier-1 Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Bilingual capabilities (English / Spanish).
• Prior experience operating Material Handling Equipment (forklift, pallet jack, reach truck) or willingness to be trained and certified.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand and walk continuously across a large distribution facility (over a quarter-mile long) for 10–12 hours per shift.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry totes/packages up to 50 lbs independently (up to 100 lbs with team lift assistance).
• Frequent bending, stooping, stretching, reaching above the head, and working at ground level.
• Ability to work comfortably in a dynamic warehouse environment subject to fluctuating temperatures, seasonal conditions, and moderate-to-high noise levels.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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