Receiving Specialist

Receiving Specialist

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

CHAOS Industries is redefining modern defense with a multi-product portfolio that gives the ultimate advantagedomain dominance. The company's products are powered by Coherent Distributed Networks (CDN), empowering warfighters, commercial air operators, and border protection teams to act faster, adapt rapidly, and stay ahead of evolving threats.

CHAOS Industries was founded in 2022 and has raised a total of $1 billion in funding from leading investors, including 8VC, Accel, and Valor Equity Partners. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and London. For more information, please visit

Role Overview:

• Own inbound material flow, receiving accuracy, and warehouse intake processes.
• Ensure all material is received correctly, inspected, documented, and system-accurate.
• Serve as the control point for supplier delivery quality and traceability.

Responsibilities:

• Receiving Execution
  • Receive and process incoming shipments in ERP/WMS systems.
  • Perform 3-way match (PO, packing slip, physical receipt).
  • Execute receiving transactions with accuracy and timeliness.
• Inspection & Traceability
  • Perform receiving inspection for quantity, condition, and documentation.
  • Ensure proper capture of: Certifications, Packing slips, Traceability (lot/serial where required)
  • Identify and escalate nonconforming material.
• Scanning & Documentation
  • Utilize barcode scanners and systems for material intake and tracking.
  • Maintain complete and accurate digital records of all receipts.
• Warehouse Management & Visual Controls
  • Manage inbound staging, putaway, and warehouse organization.
  • Maintain visual warehouse systems (clear locations, labeling, flow paths).
  • Ensure efficient dock-to-stock material flow.
• Metrics & Performance
  • • Receiving accuracy (%)
    • Dock-to-stock cycle time
    • Discrepancy rate
  • Drive continuous improvement in receiving processes.
• Cross-Functional Coordination
  • Coordinate with procurement, quality, and production teams.
  • Resolve supplier and internal discrepancies quickly.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3+ years in receiving, warehouse, or material control.
• Experience with ERP/WMS and barcode scanning systems.
• Strong attention to detail and process discipline.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience in regulated or traceability-driven environments.
• Familiarity with ITAR/FAR/DFARS requirements.
• Experience with inspection processes and quality systems.

Why CHAOS?

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
• Additional benefits: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more
• Our Perks: Free daily lunch, 'No meeting Fridays', unlimited PTO, casual dress code
• Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
• Team Growth: 250 employees and counting across 5 global offices

Hourly Rate: $30.00 - $38.00/hour

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.