14400

Shippers and receivers

TEER 4 — High-school diploma or several weeks of training

Express Entry skill level: No
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Business, finance & administration

1 › 14 › 144 › 1440

Definition

Shippers and receivers ship, receive and record the movement of parts, supplies, materials, equipment and stock to and from an establishment. They are employed in the public sector and by retail and wholesale establishments, manufacturing companies, and other commercial and industrial establishments.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Determine method of shipment and arrange shipping; prepare bills of lading, customs forms, invoices and other shipping documents manually or by computer
Assemble containers and crates, record contents manually or by computer, pack goods to be shipped and affix identifying information and shipping instructions
Oversee loading and unloading of goods from trucks or other conveyances
Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documents, record shortages and reject damaged goods
Unpack, code and route goods to appropriate storage areas
Maintain internal, manual or computerized record-keeping systems
May operate forklift, hand truck or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store goods.

Example job titles

•freight receiver
•freight shipper
•import freight clerk
•receiver
•shipper
•shipper-receiver
•shipping agent
•shipping and receiving clerk

Overview

Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, shippers and receivers are classified under NOC code 14400. This unit group encompasses individuals who ship, receive, and record the movement of parts, supplies, materials, equipment, and stock to and from various establishments. Commonly employed in retail, wholesale, manufacturing, and commercial sectors, these positions require a secondary school graduation or on-the-job training, placing this occupation within the TEER 4 category.

For Canadian immigration purposes, individuals qualifying under NOC 14400 have several pathways to permanent residency despite TEER 4 classifications historically having different requirements than high-skilled roles. Prospective applicants can target specific semi-skilled streams of the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), or seek entry through temporary foreign worker programs utilizing a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Candidates must demonstrate they meet the specific employment requirements, including the ability to operate material handling equipment and maintain inventory records.

Essential duties under this classification include verifying and keeping records on incoming and outgoing shipments, preparing items for shipment, and coordinating with transport companies. To qualify for Canadian immigration programs, applicants must meet the strict language, education, and work experience criteria outlined by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult a regulated Canadian immigration professional for official guidance.

Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.

Verify this NOC with DUTYPROOF →Check program eligibility →

Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.