Shipping/Receiving - 1st Shift

Precision Castparts Corp.; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. in the Langhorne area seeks Level One Shipping/Receiving staff to verify, prepare, and ship items for delivery. You will track incoming and outgoing shipments, inspect for damages, and ensure records match bills of lading and purchase orders.

Prior related experience is valued, and a high school diploma or GED is required; on-site work with safety protocols is expected. Responsibilities include unloading, sorting, labeling, packing, and preparing bills of lading;

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0–2 years of related work history or training.
• Ability to read and write English and follow work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload incoming materials; verify packing slips against POs.
• Sort, pack, label, and process receipts for incoming property.
• Inspect shipments for damages; record discrepancies and notify purchasing.
• Prepare shipments for delivery; select economical shipping methods.
• Prepare bills of lading and verify quantities and destinations.
• Track shipments and initiate proof of delivery documentation.
• Maintain department records and operate pallet jack/forklift as needed.
• Follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures; perform other duties.

Skills

English literacy

Forklift certification

Overhead crane certification

Basic math

Shipping systems

Work instructions

Deadline management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Shipping software

Job description

Level One: Level One Shipping / Receiving workers verify and keep records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment. Compares identifying information and counts, weighs, or measures items of incoming and outgoing shipments. Verifies information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records. Correctly Picks up and Delivers property to various locations.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Receives and unloads incoming materials and compares information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment; may process return shipments from customers.
• Sorts, counts, packages, labels, ensures, unpacks, and processes receipts for incoming property; coordinates with Purchasing to correct any purchase order or material certificate discrepancies.
• Inspects shipments for damages or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisor and/or purchasing personnel.
• Prepares shipments for postal or commercial conveyance; determines most economical and efficient shipping method; selects appropriate shipping container; packs items to ensure safe delivery.
• Prepares bills of lading; checks items to be shipped against work orders to ascertain that quantities, destination, and routing are correct.
• Traces lost shipments and/or customer claims of lost shipments; initiates proof of delivery documents.
• May maintain department database, prepare routine reports, and file shipping/receiving records.
• May operate dolly, pallet jack, and/or forklift in loading and unloading supplies and equipment; will band and shrink wrap palletized orders for shipment.
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• Work safely under functional safety guidelines such as PPE and equipment interaction
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• The ability to read and write English.
• Forklift and overhead crane certified (Internal)
• The ability to perform basic shop math with fractions and decimals
• The ability to navigatecompany and shipping vendor computer systems - basic computer skills
• The ability to readand follow work instructions and department processes
• Ability to perform tasks with deadlines and timeframes

Required Experience:

• 0-2 years of recently related or relevant work history or training
• Prior knowledge of postal or commercial shipping methods and procedures

Level of Education:

• High School diploma or GED is expected

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

N-Never, O-Occasionally (<20%), F-Frequently (20%-80%), C-constantly (>80%)

Exposure to Adverse Working Conditions:

F

N

Physical Conditions:

Close Eye Work (computers, typing, reading, writing)

F

Sedentary (continuous sitting)

O

Light Work (standing, walking, lifting <15 pounds)

C

Moderate Work (lifting 15-30 pounds, prolonged use of small hand instruments or tools)

F

Moderately Heavy Work (lifting, moving, loading up to 35 pounds)

O

Heavy/Hard Work (above average strength & stamina)

O

Travel Requirements:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.