Logistics

Applied Optics, Inc.; Pleasant Hill (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Pleasant Hill, California, is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Clerk responsible for preparing shipment documents, inspecting incoming shipments, and managing supplier deliveries. The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma and some experience in warehousing or logistics. A strong attention to detail and the ability to handle weights up to 50 pounds are essential. This full-time position offers hands-on responsibility in a busy shipping environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience with forklifts and pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare shipping documents including bills of lading.
• Inspect incoming shipments and record any damages.
• Manage supplier deliveries and maintain shipping supplies.

Skills

Ability to operate a pallet jack

Basic computer knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

1-2 years of trade school or apprenticeship

Tools

ERP systems

UPS software

Job description

Pleasant Hill, United States | Posted on 12/10/2025

General Job functions include the verification and keeping of records on incoming and outgoing shipments as well as preparing these items for shipment. Performs incoming inspections on raw material and subcontract material. Follows up with supplier PO's and expedite supplier deliveries. Perform

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares documents such as bill of lading, and packing slips to route materials
• To determine the appropriate method of shipment using knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, as well as rates
• Arrange transportation of product

Responsible for daily management of supplier deliveries

• Must be able to input inventory manually/and or with the scanner into a computer database
• UPS software is to be used effectively and understood for summary reporting on request
• Must be able to examine incoming shipments, reject damaged items, and record shortages

Must be capable/able of unloading parts

• To verify information against all invoices, orders, and all other appropriate records
• When appropriate, must be able to effectively correspond with shipper/receiver to rectify damages as well as shortages in order
• Shipping and receiving clerk must be functional in examining outgoing shipments to ensure that shipments meet customer specifications
• At the ground level, must maintain shipping and all necessary supplies, as well as be able to direct others in the preparation of outgoing and incoming shipments
• General housekeeping, maintenance, and organization of the dock and inventory areas

Requires transfer of all original documents to accounting for distribution

Be able to enter orders accurately into the system if necessary and generate appropriate workorders

Be able to schedule and move material to and from stations to enable effective utilization of resources

Position requires the ability to:

Stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor

Exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or

Exert 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or

Exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes in order to take appropriate action

Withstand high noise levels from operating machines

Work with physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts

Withstand breathing fumes dusts and mist

Withstand skin exposure to oils and cutting fluid

Requirements

Education/Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent of between 1 and 2 years of trade school, vocational education, work experience, or apprenticeship

Ability to operate a pallet jack, fork lift, and crane

Basic computer knowledge and ERP systems

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor.