East Chicago-based Walmart Receiving Clerk Opening | Hiring
Opportunity in East Chicago
Snapshot
- Based in: East Chicago, IN (a vibrant local hub)
- Hiring Organization: Walmart Supply Chain
- Position: Walmart Receiving Clerk (Based in East Chicago)
- This East Chicago-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Walmart Supply Chain team in East Chicago, IN is growing.
- Benefit from working in East Chicago, a key hub for the Logistics Administration industry.
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation: $18-$23/Hour (approx. $43.2k/Year)
- Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package.
- Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
Core Focus
- This role centers on your professional skills within the Logistics Administration space in East Chicago.
"The Receiving Office is the control tower of the inbound warehouse. Our clerks ensure that every trailer arrives safely, every invoice is perfectly accurate, and the dock operates with absolute logistical harmony."
About Walmart Supply Chain
Walmart's global supply chain relies on precise data and seamless administrative coordination to function. Our Distribution Centers move millions of dollars of inventory daily, and we require meticulous, highly organized professionals to manage the intake of this massive freight volume. We offer a professional, supportive administrative environment within our industrial hubs, valuing precision, communication, and integrity.
Administrative Duties
- Driver Check-In: Act as the primary point of contact for arriving commercial truck drivers. You will professionally greet drivers, verify their appointments, and assign them to the correct receiving dock doors.
- Document Verification: Meticulously review and process all inbound shipping manifests and Bills of Lading (BOLs). You must ensure that the digital purchase orders perfectly match the physical freight arriving at the facility.
- Data Entry & Scheduling: Utilize Walmart's proprietary warehouse management software to log arriving inventory, schedule future dock appointments, and update the internal database in real-time.
- Cross-Functional Communication: Communicate continuously via radio and email with yard hostlers, forklift operators, and operations managers to ensure the dock flows efficiently and bottlenecks are avoided.
Qualifications and Benefits
Candidates must be 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent. Strong computer literacy, excellent data entry speeds, and exceptional organizational skills are mandatory. You must possess a professional, calm demeanor capable of handling busy periods with multiple arriving drivers. Walmart rewards its clerical staff with a highly stable schedule, competitive pay, comprehensive healthcare, and excellent paid time off.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the East Chicago-based Walmart Receiving Clerk Opening | Hiring position pay at Walmart Supply Chain?
This role offers a pay range of $18 - $23. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within East Chicago.
Where is this East Chicago-based Walmart Receiving Clerk Opening | Hiring job located?
This position is based in East Chicago, IN. Walmart Supply Chain has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in East Chicago.
Do I need a forklift certification for this role?
No prior forklift certification is required. Walmart Supply Chain provides free, paid on-site training and certification for all powered industrial truck (PIT) equipment including forklifts, clamp trucks, and order pickers.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this East Chicago-based Walmart Receiving Clerk Opening | Hiring job?
No prior experience is required. Walmart Supply Chain provides all necessary training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates from all backgrounds.
What benefits does Walmart Supply Chain offer for this position?
Walmart Supply Chain provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
What does a typical day look like as a East Chicago-based Walmart Receiving Clerk Opening | Hiring?
A typical shift involves receiving, picking, packing, and sorting customer orders in Walmart Supply Chain's East Chicago facility. You'll work with a team to meet daily fulfillment targets while following safety protocols.
