Shipping Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

About BPM Microsystems and the Job

Imagine developing and supporting a world-class technology product required by every factory producing electronics in the world!  BPM Microsystems produces the most advanced electronic device programming systems on the market. Our products are robotic high-speed instruments that load data patterns into flash memory chips and microcontrollers. Our customers include the world's top manufacturers of smartphones, tier 1 automotive suppliers, aerospace electronics, consumer electronics, industrial and medical device suppliers, as well as component distributors and independent programming centers. You may not know our name, but literally billions of people depend on us every time they use their phones, computers, cars, or a wide variety of other electronic devices.

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Key Responsibilities

Shipping & Logistics

• Prepare, process, and track domestic and international shipments (FedEx, UPS, DHL, freight forwarders, LTL, air, and ocean freight).
• Generate and verify commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and other export documentation.
• Coordinate shipments with freight forwarders and customs brokers.
• Schedule freight pickups and ensure timely deliveries.
• Maintain accurate shipping records and tracking logs.

International Trade Compliance

• Ensure compliance with U.S. export regulations (EAR, ECCN classification, HTS codes).
• Prepare export documentation, including AES filings when required.
• Verify restricted party screening and destination control requirements.
• Maintain import/export compliance documentation.
• Assist in managing duty, tariff classifications, and country-of-origin documentation.

Inventory & Order Support

• Coordinate with production and operations to align shipment schedules.
• Perform cycle counts related to outbound shipments.
• Assist with RMA processing and international returns.
• Support packaging requirements for sensitive electronic equipment.

Process & Continuous Improvement

• Recommend improvements to shipping procedures and cost reduction opportunities.
• Ensure proper packaging standards for international transport.
• Maintain organized shipping and staging areas.
• Support audits related to shipping and export compliance.

Qualifications

Education

• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field
• Minimum Alternative: High School Diploma with 5+ years of international shipping experience

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in international shipping within a manufacturing environment (electronics preferred).
• Experience handling export documentation and customs requirements.
• Working knowledge of:
• • Incoterms
  • ECCN / HTS classification
  • AES filings
  • Freight forwarders and brokers
  • International carriers (air/ocean)

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently in a small-team environment.
• Strong communication skills for coordination with international customers and vendors.
• Organizational and time-management skills.

Work Environment

• On-site position at 15000 NW Freeway, Houston, TX
• Small manufacturing environment with a global customer base
• Hands-on, fast-paced operational setting

Why Join BPM Microsystems?

• Global impact on the electronics manufacturing industry
• Direct visibility to executive leadership
• Opportunity to build and improve international logistics processes
• Collaborative, small-company environment with room for growth

Founded in 1985, BPM serves more than 2,000 programming centers, original equipment manufacturers, contract manufacturers and semiconductor manufacturers in over 42 countries. BPM programmers feature high-performance device handling, advanced serialization and quality control, meeting the highest programming and cyber security standards for automotive, aerospace, medical, industrial and mobile device industries. With BPM, you get intelligently designed systems that deliver the lowest programming cost per device. From low volume first articles to high volume production, BPM Microsystems has a solution to meet your needs today and into the future.

Company Description

Founded in 1985, BPM serves more than 2,000 programming centers, original equipment manufacturers, contract manufacturers and semiconductor manufacturers in over 42 countries. BPM programmers feature high-performance device handling, advanced serialization and quality control, meeting the highest programming and cyber security standards for automotive, aerospace, medical, industrial and mobile device industries. With BPM, you get intelligently designed systems that deliver the lowest programming cost per device. From low volume first articles to high volume production, BPM Microsystems has a solution to meet your needs today and into the future.\r\n\r\nPlease Apply at