Assistant Shipping Clerk at Amazon

What You’ll Do as an Assistant Shipping Clerk

As an Assistant Shipping Clerk at our bustling Amazon warehouse in Lake Forest, you’ll be at the heart of our logistics operations. This role is crucial for ensuring that our products reach customers efficiently and on time. You will work alongside a dynamic team dedicated to optimizing our supply chain processes. Your day-to-day tasks will involve direct interaction with the shipping team, supporting the smooth flow of goods from our facility to various destinations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and has a keen eye for detail.

Your Daily Tasks as an Assistant Shipping Clerk

As an Assistant Shipping Clerk, your main responsibilities will include preparing shipping labels and verifying the accuracy of outgoing orders. This ensures that every package is correctly documented and ready for dispatch. You will organize and stage shipments for pickup, making sure that everything is in the right place at the right time. Communicating with logistics partners is also a key part of your role; you will confirm shipping schedules and coordinate with them to avoid any delays or issues. Maintaining a clean and organized shipping area is essential for efficiency and safety. Additionally, you will track and document outgoing shipments using our warehouse management systems, keeping records up-to-date. A typical day might start with checking inventory levels to anticipate shipping needs and end with a review of the day’s shipments to ensure all orders were processed correctly.

What You Need to Be an Assistant Shipping Clerk

To be successful in this role, you should have at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Strong organizational and communication skills are a must, as you’ll be juggling multiple tasks and coordinating with different teams. Basic computer skills are required to manage our digital systems and input shipment data accurately. Ideally, you should have at least 1+ years of experience in a similar assistant shipping clerk position. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to tasks are essential. Familiarity with inventory management systems and logistics software will be beneficial.

Compensation

We offer a competitive salary range of $23.48 to $28.41 per hour, depending on your level of experience. In addition to a solid compensation package, this role comes with numerous career advancement opportunities within Amazon. We are committed to your growth and development, providing ongoing training and certifications to enhance your skills. As part of our team, you will enjoy key benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and employee discounts. Our training programs are designed to help you stay up-to-date with the latest industry practices and prepare you for future roles within our company.