Job Summary

As the Shipping & Receiving Clerk you will serve as the main point of contact for all university shipping within Administrative Operations.

• Process customer supply orders for shipments out to the campus. Advise and assist customers with shipping\ receiving questions.
• Serve as the university point of contact for import and export packages, freight and envelopes.
• Prepare and present Shipping Seminars to teach University staff about UPS/FedEx online shipment processing and any other type of shipments (freight carriers) based on needs of particular departments.
• Arrange outbound freight pickups.  
• Obtain estimates and identify best carrier for situation.
• Responsible for making sure building is locked down and secured each night.

This position is located at the West Lafayette campus in Indiana.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience Needed:

• High School Degree or High School Equivalency (HSE) 
• Three (3) years Shipping experience required. Preferably import, export, hazardous and dangerous goods shipping experience

Skills Needed:

• Must have good written and verbal communication skills 
• Must be:
  • computer literate, utilize e-mail, word processing and spreadsheets
  • able to obtain a forklift operating certification within 6 months
• Strong planning and organization skills required
• Ability to:
  • deal tactfully with customers in problem solving situations, to work under the pressure of deadlines and make independent decisions
  • to a fast-paced environment and ability to multitask
  • lift and carry 50-80lbs. frequently and 100 lbs. occasionally
     

Additional Information:

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position  
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility:  Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
   

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 1

• Pay Band S030
• Job Code #20002466

Career pathmaker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/ 
 

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EOE / AA

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer.