Perishable Warehouse Receiving Clerk at BJ's Wholesale Club

Independence, Kentucky, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Wholesale, Retail, Logistics, DistributionIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma or GED (college coursework, continuing technical education, or comparable business experience is a plus)
Receiving or warehouse experience preferred
Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) preferred
Accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to use email, word-processing, spreadsheets, WMS, and other applications
Ability to accommodate flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
Independently lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and 100 lbs. occasionally
Sit, stand, walk, bend, squat on a frequent to continual basis in a refrigerated warehouse environment
Grasp, reach, push or pull (such as boxes of product or a hand truck) on a frequent basis
Endurance for continuous, fast-paced work
Able to work in fluctuating temperatures including freezing as low as -20 degrees Fahrenheit
Able to work while wearing appropriate PPE (steel-toed protective footwear, safety glasses, hard hat, gloves, insulated clothing, etc.)
Exposure to products containing food allergens (fish, shellfish, peanuts, etc.)
Utilize equipment safely and accurately after training (computer, handheld tracker, copiers, scanners, printers, radio headsets, etc.)

Responsibilities

Communicate with inbound drivers
Verify documentation for product received, Bills of Lading, and receiving documentation (warehouse receiving documents, purchase orders, date codes, pallet verification report, and receiving exception report)
Notify Supervisor of major discrepancies before product is received
Properly document inbound carriers in Receiving Log
Post receive purchase orders
Prepare the Receiving Exception Report daily
Coordinate with receiver and unloader on priority of Dock Door assignments and driver contact
Assist with collection of freight handling fees, late delivery fees, check approvals for these amounts, and issue receipts
Compile end of shift receiving/inventory debrief
Check APT to ensure team members' time and performance are accurate
Properly document outbound trailers in shipping log
Promptly report damage and all inventory discrepancies
Maintain all food safety, housekeeping, and other applicable standards
Cross-train to cover Shipping Clerk functions as needed
Other duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Data EntryBill of Lading VerificationPurchase OrdersPallet VerificationDate CodesReceiving LogException ReportingDocument ManagementInbound Driver CommunicationWarehouse Receiving

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the starting pay rate for the Perishable Warehouse Receiving Clerk position?

The starting rate of pay is $19.25 plus additional pay for relevant work experience.

What are the working hours for this role?

The position works Monday through Thursday from 9:30pm to 6:30am.

What skills and qualifications are required for the Receiving Clerk role?

A high school diploma or GED is required, with receiving or warehouse experience, knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), accuracy, attention to detail, and proficiency in email, word-processing, spreadsheets, WMS, and other applications preferred. Flexibility to accommodate varying schedules is also needed.

What benefits does BJ's Wholesale Club offer?

Benefits include weekly pay, eligible free BJ's Inner Circle and Supplemental memberships, generous time off (vacation, personal, holiday, sick, bereavement, jury duty), medical plans, HSA, dental, vision, flexible spending, and 401(k) with company match (eligibility varies).

What makes a strong candidate for this Receiving Clerk position?

Candidates with receiving or warehouse experience, knowledge of WMS, accuracy, attention to detail, and proficiency in office applications stand out, along with a high school diploma or GED and flexibility in scheduling.