Warehouse Receiver

Warehouse Receiver

This warehouse receiver role supports both the Receiving and Parts Counter departments in a large aviation hangar environment. You will handle incoming parts, verify and document inventory in an electronic system, and support mechanics and technicians by accurately staging and issuing parts. The position offers consistent full-time hours on a WednesdaySaturday schedule, with both day and evening shifts available, and provides an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career in the aviation industry.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming parts and materials daily, including handling packages as they arrive.
• Perform receiving inspections on incoming parts to confirm accuracy, condition, and compliance with documentation.
• Complete all receiving paperwork, including scanning and stamping forms and documenting how and when parts arrived (for example, via UPS or FedEx and the date of arrival).
• Record part numbers and other key details accurately and legibly on required documentation.
• Take clear photos of incoming products as part of the receiving and documentation process.
• Verify parts and inventory in the IMOPS computer system after training, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date.
• Send daily emails to communicate receiving status, discrepancies, or issues to internal stakeholders.
• Stage verified materials on carts and in designated areas so that mechanics and technicians can easily access needed parts.
• Use the IMOPS inventory management system to look up parts, update records, and support warehouse operations.
• Perform cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels and reconcile any variances.
• Pull reserve orders and pick parts for mechanics and technicians in a timely and accurate manner.
• Conduct re-inspections of parts when required to ensure quality and correctness.
• Count product and document the cost and quantity of inventory as needed.
• Support general warehouse functions such as shipping, receiving, picking, and staging parts.
• Operate a forklift for receiving and material handling if experienced and authorized.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-documented work area in both the Receiving and Parts Counter departments.
• Communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and other departments to coordinate workflow and resolve issues.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and dependability by following procedures, meeting deadlines, and showing consistent attendance.

Essential Skills

• Experience with receiving inspection in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Hands-on inventory experience, including counting and tracking stock.
• Cycle counting experience to support accurate inventory control.
• Experience picking parts for technicians, mechanics, or similar internal customers.
• Ability to stage parts and materials in an organized and accessible manner.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems, including entering and retrieving data.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and email communication.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with team members and other departments.
• Demonstrated dependability, including reliable attendance and follow-through.
• Ability to work scheduled shifts on a consistent WednesdaySaturday basis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using the IMOPS inventory management system or similar warehouse software (training provided on IMOPS).
• Warehouse experience in shipping, receiving, picking, or inventory management.
• Forklift experience, particularly for Receiving roles, is preferred.
• Interest in or prior exposure to the aviation industry and aircraft parts handling.
• Comfort working with documentation, including scanning, stamping, and filing forms.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment while handling multiple tasks.
• Willingness to learn new systems and processes and grow into expanded responsibilities.
• Comfort taking product photos and attaching them to records or documentation as required.

Why Work Here?

You will join a unique aviation facility with a hangar large enough to hold eight large commercial airplanes. The operation is growing rapidly, with headcount more than doubling in the last couple of years and additional lines being added to support more aircraft projects. The company offers a friendly, supportive culture in a newer, well-maintained facility and actively invests in employee development, with clear examples of team members progressing from entry-level contractor roles into leadership positions. Benefits include minimal-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) with company match, 17 PTO days during the first and second year of employment with increases in the third year, bonus opportunities tied to production and role, tuition reimbursement, team outings and events, and virtual support programs and guidance for many aspects of life. This environment is ideal for individuals who want to grow their careers and build long-term experience in the aviation industry.

Work Environment

The facility is newer, very clean, well lit, and organized, providing a professional and efficient workspace. The warehouse team supports multiple active aircraft lines, with additional lines being added to handle more planes and a growing book of business. The temperature in the hangar can vary with the seasons, and it may feel chilly in winter or warm in summer due to the opening and closing of the hangar doors, so extra clothing layers are recommended during colder months. Dress code requires closed-toe footwear such as steel-toe boots, gym shoes, or work boots, along with jeans without rips or tears and a comfortable, appropriate work shirt. The position follows a structured schedule with full-time shifts, including options such as 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. SundayThursday and a 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Tuesday-Saturday schedule, supporting both Receiving and Parts Counter operations in a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on safety, accuracy, and continuous growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockford, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rockford,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.