At Blue Bottle, our mission is to connect the world to delicious coffee. From seed to cup, we elevate the craft of coffee in everything we do. We strive to build a better tomorrow by investing in what matters: a sustainable future for our people, the company, and our planet.
About the job
Our shipping and receiving coordinator works with our internal teams and external vendors to ensure our packages are delivered to our cafes and to our guests accurately.
This is a full-time, hourly position. You will be a critical member of the production department, a team united by the basic love of producing great coffee.
This position is based out of our West Sacramento facility. The schedule is: Monday-Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm.
You will
Communicate among Blue Bottle facilities and coordinate with internal delivery teams and third party shipping and delivery vendors
Create, manage and receive delivery schedule to be shared with all departments and external vendors
Use Netsuite and other systems to verify all inbound items are accurate and match the Purchase Order provided
Promptly notify internal departments of delivery arrivals
Partner with regional managers and teammates to ensure accurate and timely delivery to each cafe or Blue Bottle facility
Keep the shipping and receiving space clean, tidy and well stocked with shipping supplies
Work with purchasers and finance teams when orders or pricing are inaccurate
Maintain and be responsible for all outbound items and provide proper paperwork to each department and in Netsuite
Unpack and examine incoming shipments, reject damaged items, record shortages and communicate with shipper to rectify damages and shortages
Stock and organize received materials within the facility, making them accessible to our production team.
Monitor and maintain inventory levels of production materials, updating inventory reorder points and reorder quantities as needed
Receive and process returns sent to our West Sacramento facility
Prepare shipments for our customers and cafes
Sign-off on all delivery accuracy
Be ready and willing to assist our facility teams with shipping coordination
Charge the forklift, schedule all preventative maintenance and ensure safe forklift operation.
Follow and support all Food Safety, Quality, and Good Manufacturing Practices rules and regulations.
You are
A team player who thrives when working with teammates and excels when focused on independent tasks
Crystal clear in your communication
The consummate professional, always engaging in hospitality toward all team members and guests
An excellent organizer who continuously tweaks systems toward efficient ease of use
You have
A love and respect of delicious food, coffee and pastries
Production experience
Experience and comfort working with computers and software
The ability to read, write and speak English proficiently
Physical Requirements:
The ability to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time (at least 8 hours per day and 5 days per week)
The use of hands to handle or feel, and the ability to reach with hands and arms
The ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch
The ability to squat, bend, twist, and reach for items below waist level or above shoulders
The ability to lift, push/pull, carry, and/or move up to 50 pounds
The ability to listen and speak
The ability to climb ladders, stairs, ramps, and uneven floors and/or surfaces as needed
The ability to have close visual acuity to perform repetitive visual checking, counting, spotting small defects, determining accuracy of numbers and packages
This role takes place in a production warehouse environment and may involve exposure to environmental conditions, including elevated temperatures from roasting and processing equipment, mechanical noise, and cooler temperatures in storage areas.
A few benefits we offer:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees starting on your first day
Best-in-class coffee training and continuing education
401(k) plan
Paid time off & paid volunteer hours
50% discount on all products, both online and in-cafe; this includes food, beverages, whole-bean coffee, and merchandise
Flexible spending account & commuter benefits
Employee Assistance Program
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