Shipping, Receiving, and Traffic Clerks
Did You Know:
- Shipping, receiving and traffic clerks generally are entry-level workers who need no more than a high school diploma.
- Employers prefer to hire those familiar with computers and other electronic office and business equipment.
- Employment is expected to decline moderately as a result of increasing automation; however, job openings will result from the need to replace workers who leave the occupation.
Industry Areas
- Couriers and Express Delivery Services
- Warehousing and Storage
- Employment Services
Day-to-Day Tasks
- Examine contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming or outgoing shipment.
- Prepare documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, or shipping orders, to route materials.
- Record shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, damages, or discrepancies for reporting, accounting, or recordkeeping purposes.
Overall Kind of Work
Shipping, receiving and traffic clerks keep records of all goods shipped and received. Their duties depend on the size of the establishment they work for and the level of automation used. Larger c...
Work Environment
Military
Warehousing and distribution specialists work in large general supply centers, small specialized supply rooms, or ship storerooms.
Status
What is the difference between enlisted and officer?
Enlisted:Enlisted members enter the Military with a high school diploma (in some cases a GED), at a minimum. They are employed in almost every type of military career, often in hands-on roles.
Officers: Officers either enter the Military with a four-year college degree or greater or served previously as enlisted members, and are generally employed in management roles or highly specialized fields that require intensive training.
Officer
Enlisted
Military Breakdown
The number of people who currently hold this career in the Military.
9,028 Shipping, Receiving, and Traffic Clerks in the military
Service Branches
Warehousing and Distribution Specialists work in the following services:
Type of Work
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Skills at a Glance
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Workplace at a Glance
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