Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Dartmouth, NS
On-site
Posted Oct 7, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Shipping/Receiving Clerk is responsible for coordinating outbound customer shipments and managing inbound receiving documentation. They ensure accurate freight allocation, prepare loading documents, and maintain effective communication with internal sales teams.

Job details

Shipping/Receiving Clerk Dartmouth, NS Permanent Full-Time, Onsite Reference Number: CAN-ATL-DAR-155-011026 SUMMARY Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Shipping Receiving Clerk is responsible for efficiently and accurately coordinating the shipment of customer orders and preparing receiving documentation. EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS Build outbound truck loads, ensuring appropriate freight allocation to maximize freight utilization and balance load weights. Complete all necessary paperwork on inbound products. Cross-check all confirmed shipping sets for accuracy, prepare shipping documents for processing. Physical verification of outgoing customer orders on pre-loaded trucks, prior to departure. Adhere to customer service commitments. Prepare loading documents to be given to the truck drivers. Prepare orders to be shipped by courier and complete the appropriate bill. Manage inbound appointments, prepare and complete necessary paperwork, and update the appointment schedule for incoming loads. Ensure receiving documentation policies are adhered to. Complete receiving documents to be given to the administration department. Prepare the labels to be installed on the material stocked in our warehouse. General communication with the Inside Sales Representatives and Traders for customer picks up issues, sales order variances, and returns for credit. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Minimum two years’ related experience Knowledge of load diagrams for trucks and rail to maximize freight utilization and balance load weights Excellent organizational skills Aptitude for details and solid math skills Working experience with invoices, pick slips, and manifests Professional telephone skills required with emphasis on customer service Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel Able to communicate effectively with internal staff and work in a team-focused environment Must have own steel-toed boots Forklift training and the ability to operate large forklifts is an asset EDUCATION High school graduation is a minimum requirement Post-secondary education is desirable COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Base salary Annual incentive plan based on company performance. Group pension plan with employer-matching contributions Health benefits Purchase Doman Building Materials Group Ltd. stock at a discounted price OTHER WORK-RELATED BENEFITS Retiree Health Benefit Plan Fitness reimbursement Education reimbursement Professional Development Reimbursement Scholarships for children Discounts on product purchases Employee referral bonus Annual Service Awards EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Permanent full-time, onsite Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm WORK LOCATION: 70 Simmonds Drive, Dartmouth, NS B3B 1P6 This posting reflects an existing vacancy within our organization. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship. Doman does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, and select candidates. Doman welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of two years of related experience and a high school diploma. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to operate a forklift are required or considered strong assets.