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 will play a key role in ensuring the smooth flow of materials in and out of our facility. You'll be responsible for receiving, inspecting, and organizing incoming shipments, as well as preparing and shipping outgoing orders accurately and on time. This role requires strong attention to detail, a sense of ownership, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while supporting inventory accuracy and overall operations. Responsibilities Process incoming shipments and packages at our Rio Rancho, NM facility. Inspect incoming deliveries for damage, verify quantities against packing slips, and confirm accuracy against purchase orders. Receive and label indirect materials and route direct materials to the Inventory team for processing. Prepare outbound shipments by identifying, pulling, packaging, labeling, and staging materials for carrier pickup. Package materials according to shipping requirements and coordinate secure and timely shipments with carriers. Expedite the flow of materials through receiving to support development and production schedules. Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment to move materials throughout the facility. Prepare and handle material shipment. Assist with inventory organization and ensure materials are properly labeled and stored. Identify discrepancies in shipments or documentation and resolve issues quickly to maintain operational efficiency. Basic Qualifications 5+ years of experience in shipping, receiving, or warehouse operations. Valid driver's license. 5+ years of forklift or material-handling equipment experience with a valid certification. Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately enter and manage data in digital systems. Ability to work onsite in Rio Rancho, NM. Flexibility to work overtime as needed to support operational requirements. Ability to handle physical workload, including lifting packages up to 25-75 lbs throughout the shift. Ability to prioritize through receipts based off company needs. 5+ years of experience working with hazardous materials in a shipping, receiving, transporting, or handling hazardous materials. Clear communicator capable of working in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Skills and Experience Experience with ERP, MES, or warehouse management systems, as well as the Microsoft Office suite. Experience packaging, handling, and receiving hazardous materials shipments. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-moving environment. Ability to identify discrepancies in shipment documentation and proactively resolve issues. Experience working in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments. Active U.S. Government security clearance or eligibility 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Next Matter