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Shipping and Receiving Clerks

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Hiring Practices

Employers generally prefer to hire clerks with computer experience. Many employers prefer applicants with basic clerical skills, such as typing, filing, and recordkeeping. Previous business experience or specific job-related experience is also helpful. In addition, employers prefer applicants with good speaking and writing skills. Strength and good eyesight are also important. Some employers require applicants to have a high school diploma or GED.

Advancement Opportunities

Experienced shipping and receiving clerks may be promoted to head clerk. With additional training, some clerks advance to jobs as warehouse manager or purchasing agent.

Job Title Examples

Material Handler,  Receiver,  Shipper,  Shipping Clerk,  Shipping/Receiving Clerk,  Warehouseman,  Receiving Clerk,  Logistics Coordinator,  Receiving Manager,  Traffic Manager 

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Related Industries

Below are industries related to Shipping and Receiving Clerks you may be interested in reading about. Employers in these industries typically hire Shipping and Receiving Clerks. Click on the names to link to their industry profile.

Advertising
Apparel And Leather Products
Building And Garden Supply Stores
Business Management And Support Services
Chemicals, Drugs, And Chemical Products
Clothing Stores
Computers And Electronic Products
Couriers And Messengers
Department Stores And Other Retailers
Electrical Equipment
Electronics And Appliance Stores
Fabricated Metal Products
Food Products
Food Stores
Furniture And Fixtures
Furniture And Furnishings Stores
Health And Personal Care Stores
Machinery Manufacturing
Motion Pictures And Sound Recording
Motor Vehicle And Parts Dealers
Paper Products
Primary Metals
Printing
Publishing And Broadcasting
Rail Transportation
Rubber And Plastic Products
Software And Computer Services
Sports, Books, And Music Stores
Textile Mill Products
Toys, Sporting Goods, And Other Products
Transportation Support And Warehousing
Truck Transportation
Water Transportation
Wholesale Trade


Source: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development and Minnesota Department of Education.