Seasonal Shipper at Heath Ceramics in San Francisco, CA

About Heath

Heath Ceramics is a California company making dinnerware and architectural tiles of good and enduring design for 75 years. We are design-led, with the mission of creating products of beauty and integrity, while designing, manufacturing, and running our business in a way that's better for society and our planet. Our products are designed, manufactured, and sold in our two California factories and five showrooms, ensuring accountability in our process, from beginning to end. As a Certified B Corp, we maintain high standards of social responsibility, environmental performance, and transparency. We believe in the benefits of local manufacturing and support a community of people committed to and inspired by the process of designing, making, and sharing. We believe in pay equity, full health and welfare benefits, and a place for meaningful work.

Position Summary

The primary responsibility is to provide operational support to the Heath warehouse by maintaining stock, packaging support, and transfers of all Heath items. Assist in the processing and documentation of all incoming retail shipments, and work with the store staff and shipping staff on cycle counts and replenishment of both Heath Home and dinnerware.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to shipping and packing team on picking and packing of customer orders
• Accurately stage, ship and/or load customer orders for delivery of product to customers without damage or errors
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; escalate safety concerns to Warehouse Lead or Warehouse and Shipping Manager
• Keep all stock areas organized and clean, free of any excess packaging
• Maintain stockroom efficiency by helping to unload trucks and receiving merchandise
• When helping to receive, ensures Warehouse Lead receives any/all packing slips and is advised of any damage or discrepancies
• Ensure inventory balances remain accurate by proper communication and completion of documentation as required
• Advise Warehouse Lead or Warehouse and Shipping Manager of shortages or discrepancies so that inventory can be kept accurate
• Provide excellent customer service both internally and externally, focus on teamwork
• Maintain a secure warehouse environment for company-owned products and have an awareness of loss prevention
• Help prepare stock transfer for weekly deliveries which includes pulling items, auditing, and packaging when needed
• Ensure all products are packaged to specification and are meeting all Heath standards for QC

Qualifications

• Experience working in a warehouse environment and to be “hands-on”
• Excellent people skills: must be patient, flexible, and calm
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral
• Proficiency with basic Mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Respect safety rules

Physical Requirements (Medium to Heavy)

• The ability to transport finished goods (up to 30 lbs. at a time). Total weight lifted per day can be 3500 to 5000 lbs.
• Other activities, including climbing, balancing, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, repetitive motion, grasping, and feeling.

Work Environment/ Hours / Compensation

This position is a full-time, 40 hours per/week, seasonal role that is on-site at our Warehouse and Shipping center in The Mission District. This position pays $25 an hour. Hours are 5:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Overtime may be offered. This temporary position is anticipated to start in October 2026 and end mid-January 2027.

Proud Equal Opportunity Employer

At Heath, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it. Heath is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce at all job levels. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, transgender status, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this position, please send your resume and a cover letter that speaks directly to the position. Thank you for your interest!