POSITION: Shipping Clerk

REPORTS TO: Shipping and Logistics Manager

STATUS: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Associate II

UNION ELIGIBLE: Yes

WORK ARRANGEMENT: 100% Onsite, In-Office 5 Days/Week

LOCATION: Alameda, CA

SALARY RANGE: $21.15/hr-$29.00/hr

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

Founded in San Francisco in 1902, the LightHouse's purpose is to promote the independence, equality and self-reliance of people who are blind or visually impaired. The LightHouse is currently in a period of growth, increasing our capacity to serve more low-vision and blind clients.

OVERVIEW

LightHouse ECO is entering an exciting period of growth, with the primary aim of increasing its capacity to ship more products...

The primary responsibility of the Shipping Clerk is shipping and receiving, as well as material handling and forklift operator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Forklift Driving Certificate
• Drive forklift for at least one year, previous shipping experience preferred.
• Good time management skills
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Office

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive and respond to customer orders and provide customer service when required.
• Create orders and receive goods and move materials in MRP/ERP system in accordance with associated orders and as assigned.
• Prep all materials for shipping including but not limited to, stack/build pallets, prepping single cases, stretch wrapping materials, BOL creation, and other material prep duties as assigned.
• Pack items securely to prevent damage during transit, following established packaging guidelines.
• Prepare shipping labels, packing slips, and other necessary documentation for outgoing shipments. Keep records of all documentation.
• Verify shipping orders and match them with the correct items and quantities. Stage full goods for pickup.
• Process outgoing shipments accurately and efficiently, ensuring that orders are filled correctly and on time.
• Coordinate with carriers to schedule pickups and deliveries, and ensure that shipments are dispatched in a timely manner and inbound freight and material is reported to all required parties.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, including tracking information, delivery confirmations, and any discrepancies or issues encountered and ensure documentation is preserved.
• Receive inventory items, check for discrepancies, follow receiving SOPs, and communicate any issues to management. Move accepted materials to designated areas within the warehouse.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in conducting regular cycle counts, communicating any shortages or discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.
• Utilize forklift to load and unload trucks, move inventory around the warehouse, and stage materials. Assist with other forklift duties around the warehouse as assigned including daily forklift logs.
• Make sure to drive safely, follow all forklift rules & regulations.
• Learn and work in all systems associated with shipping including all shipping platforms and internal systems.
• Follow all shipping and inventory SOPs as set by Shipping and Logistics Manager and Production Controller.
• Take on tasks delegated from Shipping and Logistics Manager
• Assist in full and raw goods areas within the warehouse, such as stretch wrapping materials, stacking materials, maintaining organization and FIFO, monitoring lot coding etc.
• Keep the shipping area clean, organized, and free of hazards and assist in keeping warehouse free from potential hazards.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
• Assist with putting out Garbage & Recycle Bins for pick up.
• Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Assist in production as needed, including backup machine operation.
• Ability to occasionally perform computer work and operate standard office equipment.
• Willingness to perform other related duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires the ability to lift and carry 60lbs throughout the day and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Stand for long periods and climb up and down ladders
• Prolonged walking or standing, and frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching daily.
• Requires a full range of physical motion to operate manual, electrical and/or gasoline-powered equipment and machines.
• Must be able to move throughout assigned areas, as the work is performed primarily in a warehouse environment, year-round
• Ability to safely and properly use tools and equipment.
• Willingness to travel to various sites.
• Willingness to work night and/or weekends when needed.
• Must be able to independently travel to all LightHouse physical locations and events as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

LightHouse is an equal opportunity employer. LightHouse policy and the law prohibit discrimination and harassment based on an individual's race, ancestry, religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, age (40 and over), sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin (including language use restrictions), marital status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), physical or mental disability (including HIV and AIDS), military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions, denial of Family and Medical Care leave, height and weight, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Our policy and the law prohibit co-workers, third parties, supervisors, and managers from engaging in such conduct.

LightHouse personnel are employed on an at-will basis. Employment at-will means that the employment relationship may be terminated, with or without cause and with or without advance notice at any time by the employee or the Agency.

We strive to maintain a scent-free environment and a drug-free workplace. Employees are expected to behave in accordance with these objectives.

All employees at LightHouse are hired for an indefinite and unspecified duration and consequently, no employee is guaranteed employment for a specified length of time. Employment is at the mutual consent of the employee and LightHouse. Accordingly, either the employee or LightHouse can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause ("employment at will").

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit a cover letter and resume as Word attachments (no. PDFs please), along with the completed employment application (downloads in a Word document), to HR@lighthouse-sf.org, including the job title in the subject line.

To fill out the application, please enable editing in the document. We will not consider videos or hyperlinks to online profiles. Due to time constraints, we will only respond to complete submissions in which there is serious interest, thanks for your understanding.