Determine shipping method and prepare bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents.
Assemble containers and crates, pack goods to be shipped and prepare identification documents and shipping instructions.
Supervise the loading and unloading of goods on trucks. Inspect goods on arrival by checking invoices or other documents, recording missing quantities and damaged goods that are refused.
Unpack the goods and route them to the appropriate storage areas. Update internal records retention systems.
May use a forklift, hand truck or equipment used to load, unload, transport or store goods.
Know the methods of storing and handling various chemicals and substances. Know the proper shipping methods for transporting dangerous goods.
