Job Description

Ship Clerk (Military Veterans Encouraged to Apply)

Ship Clerks play a crucial role in the Middle Mile network, supporting our mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company. They are responsible for managing department duties such as planning loads around standard departure times, controlling load flow, and ensuring trailer utilization. Ship Clerks assign job duties, provide work direction, and communicate with internal and external partners. Ship Clerks execute standard work impacting Safety, Quality, Productivity, Utilization, and On-time Performance. They support daily department management including load planning, load flow control, load quality, TDR, communication with upstream and downstream partners, labor allocation, leading meetings, and job duty assignment. They escalate barriers to Operations Leaders and collaborate to mitigate safety and performance issues. Key Responsibilities

Correspond with multiple shipping companies and contacts Use shipping software to ship and track packages Coordinate trailers with dock doors and cross docks using SSP Troubleshoot shipping issues to resolution Maximize trailer utilization to control transportation costs Ensure on-time dock performance Update Staging POD 5s and resource allocation Oversee Load Flow Control Maintain load level performance tracking Coordinate with Transportation teams on driver issues, trailer needs, yard delays, inbound volume, and load swaps Understand shipping requirements, rules, and obligations by carrier, destination, and package type Ensure safety measures are in place and followed Assist in training associates and verifying SOP compliance Track, report, and provide feedback on associate performance Participate in Operational Excellence initiatives Support production duties as needed Understand workflow and production goals Update SOPs as needed Maintain a clean and organized work area Identify and address safety hazards Participate in safety initiatives Report injuries or safety violations immediately Minimum Requirements

1+ years of experience with Microsoft Office High school diploma or equivalent Flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays Ability to lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk for up to 12 hours, and perform physical tasks Work 40 hours/week with overtime as required Preferred Qualifications

Training, teaching, or presentation experience Willingness to work different shifts and areas as needed Excellent attendance Highly organized with ability to handle multiple priorities Supportive of Operational Excellence initiatives Amazon is an equal opportunity employer. For workplace accommodations during the application process, visit this link . #J-18808-Ljbffr