OPT Shipping and Receiving Clerk Jobs
Shipping and Receiving Clerk roles involve managing inventory, processing inbound and outbound shipments, and coordinating with logistics teams. These positions qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization when they align with your degree field. STEM OPT extensions may apply for graduates in supply chain, logistics, or operations management.
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The Coordinator will lead the day-to-day activities in the shipping office, providing guidance of the floor activities. Focus on the fulfillment of logistics requirements for their specific site through successful execution of site initiatives incorporating the strategy set by the Flowserve Global Logistics Team. Coordinate workload daily with the planners and determine resources needed to ensure that we meet the customer’s expectation. Act as the liaison between the site shipping department and the Global Logistics team.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Lead/Coordinate activities and provide guidance between the shipping floor and office.
- Liaison between site shipping department and Global Logistics Department.
- Prepare documentation, maintains records, and coordinates logistics for product shipment.
- Maintain Shipping records, including providing tracking or shipping history information to customers on request.
- Prepares Shipping paperwork for domestic and international orders as well as complete shipping transaction in appropriate systems.
- Review open customer orders in shipping daily to efficiently meet the customer shipping schedule and satisfy the requested ship dates.
- Coordinate the shipping of all freight by contacting appropriate freight carriers.
- Communicate shipping volumes and priorities closely with Logistics leadership to optimize available resources.
- Utilize Freight Rater and other available tools to obtain the best possibly rates and service.
- Ensure that the Freight Payment Policy is followed.
- Review and audit freight bills and excessive cost reports for accuracy. Respond to billing questions from external freight payment services.
- Formally document new or changed procedures. Identify who requires training and execute training if needed.
- Maintain knowledge of current international export/import regulatory requirements and attend training as needed to maintain this.
- Participate and initiate transportation-related project teams.
- Provide guidance to Purchasing on approved carriers and freight forwarders by state, country, region.
- Responsible for utilizing and adhering to the Global Logistics Approved Vendor List.
- Manage the escalation process to resolve logistics issues within site.
- Effectively lead cross-functional root cause and corrective action to resolve customer-related shipping issues.
- Maintain a local relationship with approved suppliers and stakeholders and resolve/escalate complex supplier issues.
- Ability to understand and actively use carrier tracking reports to ensure commitments are met.
- Maintain a minimum of 98% compliance in shipping and report shipping metrics monthly.
- Participate in logistics meetings and calls.
- Previous shipping experience.
- Previous Import and Export Compliance experience.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and work flexible hours, including overtime as needed.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and an ERP system.
- Ability to operate and utilize RFID scanners and other mobile technology.
- Excellent communications skills with ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Adherence to all safety policies and regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Experience / Skills:
- Logistics-related work experience.
- Experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
- Background in industrial manufacturing.
- Strong Organizational skills and Detail Oriented.
- Advanced MS Excel skills creating pivot tables, databases, graphs/charts.
- BS or BA Degree in relevant field and/or 0-2 years relevant experience.
Role Summary:
The Coordinator will lead the day-to-day activities in the shipping office, providing guidance of the floor activities. Focus on the fulfillment of logistics requirements for their specific site through successful execution of site initiatives incorporating the strategy set by the Flowserve Global Logistics Team. Coordinate workload daily with the planners and determine resources needed to ensure that we meet the customer’s expectation. Act as the liaison between the site shipping department and the Global Logistics team.
Responsibilities & Requirements:
- Lead/Coordinate activities and provide guidance between the shipping floor and office.
- Liaison between site shipping department and Global Logistics Department.
- Prepare documentation, maintains records, and coordinates logistics for product shipment.
- Maintain Shipping records, including providing tracking or shipping history information to customers on request.
- Prepares Shipping paperwork for domestic and international orders as well as complete shipping transaction in appropriate systems.
- Review open customer orders in shipping daily to efficiently meet the customer shipping schedule and satisfy the requested ship dates.
- Coordinate the shipping of all freight by contacting appropriate freight carriers.
- Communicate shipping volumes and priorities closely with Logistics leadership to optimize available resources.
- Utilize Freight Rater and other available tools to obtain the best possibly rates and service.
- Ensure that the Freight Payment Policy is followed.
- Review and audit freight bills and excessive cost reports for accuracy. Respond to billing questions from external freight payment services.
- Formally document new or changed procedures. Identify who requires training and execute training if needed.
- Maintain knowledge of current international export/import regulatory requirements and attend training as needed to maintain this.
- Participate and initiate transportation-related project teams.
- Provide guidance to Purchasing on approved carriers and freight forwarders by state, country, region.
- Responsible for utilizing and adhering to the Global Logistics Approved Vendor List.
- Manage the escalation process to resolve logistics issues within site.
- Effectively lead cross-functional root cause and corrective action to resolve customer-related shipping issues.
- Maintain a local relationship with approved suppliers and stakeholders and resolve/escalate complex supplier issues.
- Ability to understand and actively use carrier tracking reports to ensure commitments are met.
- Maintain a minimum of 98% compliance in shipping and report shipping metrics monthly.
- Participate in logistics meetings and calls.
- Previous shipping experience.
- Previous Import and Export Compliance experience.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and work flexible hours, including overtime as needed.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and an ERP system.
- Ability to operate and utilize RFID scanners and other mobile technology.
- Excellent communications skills with ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Adherence to all safety policies and regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Experience / Skills:
- Logistics-related work experience.
- Experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
- Background in industrial manufacturing.
- Strong Organizational skills and Detail Oriented.
- Advanced MS Excel skills creating pivot tables, databases, graphs/charts.
- BS or BA Degree in relevant field and/or 0-2 years relevant experience.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Target employers with established logistics operations
Large manufacturers, distributors, and e-commerce fulfillment centers hire shipping clerks at scale and are more familiar with OPT work authorization. Smaller operations may be less experienced with the paperwork, so prioritize companies with dedicated HR teams.
Clarify your OPT authorization early in conversations
When asked about work authorization, explain that you're authorized to work on OPT and don't require employer sponsorship for the duration of your OPT period. Many logistics employers confuse OPT with H-1B visa sponsorship, so a clear upfront explanation removes friction.
Connect your degree to the role explicitly
OPT requires your job to relate to your degree field. If you studied supply chain, operations, or business, spell out that connection in your cover letter. Shipping and receiving roles that involve inventory systems and logistics planning are the strongest fit.
Highlight hands-on technical skills in your application
Proficiency with warehouse management systems, barcode scanners, and inventory software strengthens your application. Many employers prioritize candidates who can step into operational workflows immediately, so lead with specific tools and systems you've used.
Track your OPT end date and plan your STEM extension early
If you're eligible for a STEM OPT extension, begin the process at least 90 days before your OPT expires. Logistics and operations roles at qualifying employers can support a 24-month extension, giving you significantly more time in the U.S. workforce.
Document how each role meets OPT's practical training requirement
Your DSO must authorize each OPT job, and USCIS can audit whether the role genuinely relates to your degree. Keep a record of your job duties and how they connect to your coursework in case your program requires documentation or verification.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Shipping and Receiving Clerk on F-1 OPT?
Yes, if the role relates to your degree field. A shipping and receiving clerk position qualifies for OPT when your degree is in supply chain management, logistics, operations, or a related business discipline. The job duties, such as inventory control, freight coordination, and logistics systems management, need to connect meaningfully to your field of study. Your DSO confirms the connection before authorizing the position on your SEVIS record.
Do Shipping and Receiving Clerk jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Some do. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as operations research, supply chain management, or industrial engineering, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The employer also needs to submit a formal training plan using Form I-983. Not every logistics role will qualify, so confirm your degree's CIP code and the employer's E-Verify status before applying for the extension.
Do employers in logistics and warehousing commonly hire OPT students?
Yes, particularly at mid-to-large operations. Companies running distribution centers, third-party logistics networks, and e-commerce fulfillment regularly hire OPT students for shipping and receiving roles. They tend to have HR infrastructure familiar with work authorization paperwork. You can browse OPT-friendly shipping and receiving positions on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for employers open to F-1 OPT candidates.
Does a Shipping and Receiving Clerk role count as practical training related to my degree?
It depends on how closely your daily responsibilities connect to your coursework. If your degree covered topics like inventory management, supply chain operations, logistics systems, or warehouse planning, and your job duties involve those same areas, the connection is defensible. Roles that are purely manual labor with no analytical or operational component may be harder to justify. Discuss the specific job description with your DSO before accepting an offer.
What happens if my OPT expires while I'm working as a Shipping and Receiving Clerk?
You must stop working immediately if your OPT EAD expires and you don't have an approved extension or change of status. If you're eligible for a STEM OPT extension, apply at least 90 days before expiration and you can continue working while the extension is pending. If your employer is willing to sponsor an H-1B or another visa, that process takes time to plan. Don't wait until the last few weeks to assess your options.