Shipping Clerk (Perry Distribution Center)

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

The Shipping Clerk ensures that the paperwork on inbound and outbound loads is able to be processed completely.

Schedule: Tuesday through Thursday 6:00pm-4:30am and 6pm-6am rotating weekends

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Receive paperwork from the inbound driver.
• Key inbound order into Catalyst. Verify all information is correct.
• Generate reports as required by the SOP’s.
• Verify pick sheets, load diagrams, weight manifests to ensure all outbound loads are correct and meet SOP’s.
• Communicate with Perdue’s Transportation department when needed.
• Promote and maintain a positive customer service environment.
• Maintain all files within the shipping office.
• Purge files as determined by SOP’s.
• Sign off and monitor daily HACCP checklists
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management .
• Using basic reading, writing, and analytical skills must be able to determine which product to load.
• Correctly process data entry instructions.
• Must be able to direct workflow for timely processing of product.
• Supervisors and Leads are available for items not covered in normal operations.

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent preferred.
• Reading, writing, math and analytical skills required.

Experience Requirements

• 0 to 2 years previous clerical experience.
• Knowledge of standard software applications, such as Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Experience Preferred

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
• May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.
• May need to access files, supplies and equipment.
• Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment.
• When in a plant environment:
  • Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
  • May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
  • May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
  • May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.
  • Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.