Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk coordinates all incoming and outgoing shipments, manages inventory movements, and ensures materials and finished products are packaged, documented, and delivered accurately and on time. This role supports production and other departments by handling materials efficiently, maintaining organized storage areas, and contributing to continuous process improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipments with freight handling companies as well as small parcel carriers such as UPS and FedEx.
• Deliver materials to and from appropriate physical locations within the facility in a timely manner and return unused materials to inventory.
• Operate barcode scanners and perform data entry into the ERP system to support accurate inventory tracking and control.
• Stack skids and pallets in designated areas, maintaining orderly storage and material flow.
• Clean up and dispose of scrap bracing, cardboard, strapping, and other packing materials in proper containers to keep work areas safe and tidy.
• Assist the truck driver with loading and unloading materials and finished goods.
• Package goods for shipment to customers and for returns to vendors, ensuring proper protection and labeling.
• Plan, monitor, and order all materials required for packaging to ensure adequate stock and avoid delays.
• Perform pickups and deliveries using the company vehicle as needed.
• Build, construct, and assemble industrial crates for shipping small parts and finished products.
• Assist other departments and perform additional tasks to support customer requirements and organizational objectives.
• Participate in and help implement continuous process improvement activities related to shipping, receiving, and inventory handling.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall operations.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in shipping and receiving roles.
• Hands-on experience picking orders using pick slips or similar documentation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Basic computer experience for data entry and use of inventory systems.
• Experience with inventory control and inventory systems.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using barcode scanning equipment for inventory tracking.
• Familiarity with ERP systems for recording material movements.
• Ability to construct and assemble industrial crates or similar packaging solutions.
• Comfort working with freight carriers and parcel services such as UPS and FedEx.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in labeling, documentation, and inventory records.
• Willingness to support other departments and adapt to changing priorities.
• Interest in participating in continuous process improvement initiatives.

Why Work Here?

You will have the opportunity to work on custom-built aerospace test equipment in collaboration with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, contributing directly to innovative projects. The environment encourages teamwork between operations and engineering, offers exposure to advanced manufacturing and test systems, and supports continuous improvement, providing opportunities to learn, grow, and develop your skills.

Work Environment

This role is based in a plant manufacturing environment, working closely with a team of engineers located on-site in office cubes. You will primarily work on the 1st shift from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., handling materials, packaging, and shipments on the production floor. The setting involves active material movement, use of barcode scanners and ERP systems, and interaction with freight carriers and company drivers, with a focus on safety, organization, and collaboration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wixom, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Wixom, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.