Senior Shipping & Receiving Clerk - Bishop-Wisecarver : Job Details

About BW For over 70 years, Bishop-Wisecarver has been a family-owned company. We're now in our second generation and a WBENC certified, woman-owned company. From major manufacturers to innovative start-ups, we've been the go-to source for cutting-edge solutions in linear and rotary motion. We don't just make products; we help nourish, heal, shelter, entertain, protect and move the world in the most extreme environments and critical conditions. At Bishop-Wisecarver (BW), through our Signature Experience process we're helping our customers with expert guidance on customized solution development and product selection that ensures the right design for your problem, providing documentation, design assumptions, and solution requirements. Join our vibrant BW family, where every voice matters, and each member makes a meaningful impact! At BW, we pride ourselves on our inclusive culture, where transparency is critical and your input shapes our business direction. If you desire a career where your name is known and your opinions are valued, then look no further - BW is the place for you! To learn more about BW, please visit us at: Now, let's talk about the role itself. We are looking for a dynamic individual to join the BW Team as a Shipping and Receiving Clerk located in our Pittsburg, CA headquarters. This role is in our collective bargaining unit (union). The ideal candidate has a high level of energy, self-direction, accountability and has proven systems to foster a collaborative environment.

• Pick and prepare orders for shipment, assemble cartons, and box products.
• Construct wooden or cardboard shipping crates and pallets, and pack large components and systems.
• Assist with receiving products shipped to the plant, including unloading truck shipments. Must be a qualified forklift operator.
• Perform tasks related to the preparation, expediting, and dispatching of shipments; receive and check in raw materials, purchased stock, finished items, equipment, supplies, and returned goods.
• Verify products to be shipped against shipping orders to ensure accuracy.
• Receive goods and verify them against purchase orders or receiving slips for accuracy.
• Instruct packers and craters on packing and crating requirements to ensure safe transportation for domestic and export shipments; check crating, locators, and pad protection; check carton seals and banding to ensure travel quality; inspect goods received for damage from handling and transit, and process damage reports.
• Prepare shipment labels with customer names and destinations, handling instructions, and apply them to crates and cartons according to standard instructions, procedures, and customer requirements.
• Work from shipping orders, shipping instructions, and regulations.
• Prepare bills of lading and shipping reports.
• Use a computerized system to interface with shipping companies like UPS.
• Complete necessary reporting and quality documentation required for this role.
• Contact truck carriers for pick-ups or route and dispatch company trucks to transport shipments to depots or local destinations.
• Assign work and instruct material handlers, power truck operators, crane operators, in counting, weighing, and transporting materials in and out of the shipping and receiving areas.
• Ensure that shipping and receiving areas are kept clear of materials to avoid impeding further arrivals or shipments.
• Check off shipments, observe car, and truck loading operations, car bracing, and securing loads to ensure safe arrival.
• Use measuring scales, weighing, and counting scales.
• Perform general semi-skilled work using hand or power tools.

Check out our Wishlist for the ideal candidate:

• Vocational or high school graduate required with courses in industrial arts or business practices preferred
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• A balanced demeanor with a sense of humor
• Excellent verbal, written communication skills
• Able to sit for extended periods. Frequently required to walk, stand, lift, and reach, while performing job functions. Must be able to lift twenty-five (25) pounds.

What BW brings to the table:

• Competitive base salary with incentive plan paid quarterly, based on company performance
• Enjoy a great benefit package, complete with a generous contribution from BW.
• Support your financial future with our 401(k) and Pension Plan.
• Immerse yourself in our values-driven, down-to-earth culture that celebrates teamwork and goes the extra mile to deliver exceptional service to our customers.
• Ready to dive into a workplace that is more than just a job? Come join us at BW, where every day is an adventure!

At BW, we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome everyone, regardless of race, creed, color, religious belief, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, physical or mental handicap, veteran status, or any other protected basis under Federal, State, or local law or ordinance. Join us in creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. Notes:

• Applicants must be able to work in the US without sponsorship