Shipping and Receiving Specialist

About the job Shipping and Receiving Specialist


Why Castelion, Why Now

Castelion is moving incredibly fast to develop and deliver advanced defense systems at a time when execution matters more than ever. We believe focus and technical excellence are decisive advantages - and we are building a team that can deliver real capability, not just concepts.

This is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage, where your work will directly shape critical systems, influence major technical decisions, and have immediate, real-world impact.

Shipping and Receiving Specialist

As a Shipping and Receiving Specialist, you'll play a critical role in our supply chain operations. We're looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast[1]paced, high-standards environment. This role requires precision, accountability, and a solutions-oriented mindset to ensure materials are received, processed, and shipped accurately and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Process all packages and shipments from our Torrance, CA location.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other machinery to move items on and off trucks and around the facility.
• Receive and label indirect materials; inspect deliveries for damage, verify quantities against packing slips, and confirm accuracy against purchase orders. An eye for precision and details are required.
• Responsible for labeling and routing all direct material to the Inventory Team for processing.
• Responsible for processing all outbound shipments from our Torrance, CA location.
• Package materials to meet packaging requirements; arrange timely and secure shipments with carriers.
• Expedite flow of material through receiving to align with storage and production schedules.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years in shipping, receiving or warehouse operations
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to accurately input data into digital systems with a high degree of attention to detail
• Ability to be onsite in Torrance, CA with flexibility for overtime as needed
• 3+ years operating forklifts and related machinery with a valid license

Preferred Skills and Experience

• System Experience: Familiarity with MES, ERP, task management systems, Microsoft Office suite.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in packaging and handling hazardous materials; experienced with loading/unloading using heavy machinery; ability to prioritize tasks in an organized manner making sure the systems match reality.
• Problem-Solving: Strong understanding of logistics timelines with the ability to anticipate, identify and resolve scheduling conflicts and changes. Ability to quickly identify discrepancies in shipment data or documentation and proactively resolve issues.
• Clearance: Active U.S. Government security clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits And Perks

All full-time employees are granted meaningful long-term equity, sharing in the company's significant growth trajectory. We offer four (4) weeks of paid time off, ten (10) company-paid holidays, and comprehensive health benefits - including 100% employee-covered medical and strong dependent coverage, along with dental and vision plans. We also provide paid parental leave to support growing families, a $100 monthly fitness stipend to promote health and performance, and onsite EV charging for convenience. In addition, employees enjoy perks like catered meals, company-covered food during high-demand periods, and a fully stocked kitchen to stay fueled throughout the day.

While this position does not currently require a U.S government-issued security clearance, it may in the near future. Therefore, the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.