Job Description

The Gate Clerk is responsible for overseeing the entry and exit of vehicles and personnel at the facility's gate, ensuring compliance with company policies and security protocols. This role involves verifying documentation, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient movement of goods.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and control access to the facility for trucks, trailers, and other vehicles.
Inspect incoming and outgoing vehicles for proper documentation, such as bills of lading, delivery receipts, and shipping orders.
Log vehicle information, including license plate numbers, trailer numbers, and arrival/departure times.
Ensure all required documents are accurate and compliant with company and regulatory standards.
Maintain detailed records of all transactions and update digital systems as necessary.
Liaise with drivers, warehouse personnel, and dispatch teams to ensure smooth operations.
Respond to inquiries from drivers and visitors regarding facility policies and procedures.
Notify supervisors or security personnel of any discrepancies or unauthorized access attempts.
Conduct visual inspections of vehicles and cargo to prevent theft or unauthorized transportation.
Enforce facility safety protocols and ensure all visitors adhere to company guidelines.
Report suspicious activities or security breaches to management.
Operate gate systems, including electronic entry and exit systems.
Generate reports on daily gate activities and vehicle movements.
Assist in resolving discrepancies or issues related to shipping and receiving.

Core Behaviors:
Demonstrate to comply with Custom Goods’ Core Behaviors:

Servant Leadership
Passion for Excellence
Integrity
Resilient
Intense Safety Focus
Trust

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience in logistics, transportation, or a similar role is preferred.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

AAP/EEO Statement: Custom Goods, LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
This commitment extends to all aspects of Custom Goods’ employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment.

About Custom Goods Logistics

Custom Goods Logistics is a full-service logistics company with a refined focus on Warehousing, Transportation, and Custom Examination Sites, with over 34 warehouses nationally. We are uniquely positioned to offer comprehensive logistics solutions with a personal touch.

We serve our customers one shipment at a time by challenging ourselves to be the benchmark service provider of customized supply chain solutions with our strategic anchors: Data-Driven, Personal Touch, and Timely Customer Solutions.

Our core values underpin us as individuals, and as a company, we place people at the center of all we do. We have established over 60 years of rich experience and deep relationships following these values. As a number one strategic partner, our customers benefit from our unrivaled dedication to customer excellence.

Industry

Warehousing & Storage

Company Size

201-500 employees

Headquarters

Unknown

Year Founded

1962

Website

custom-goods.com

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