Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Company Overview:

Allen Control Systems (ACS) is a cutting-edge defense startup founded by two former Navy electrical engineers with a proven track record in robotics and software. We are developing an autonomous gun turret using advanced computer vision and control systems to precisely detect, track, and neutralize enemy drones.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Shipping & Receiving Associate to support daily operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for receiving incoming materials, preparing outbound shipments, organizing warehouse inventory, and ensuring production teams have the parts and materials they need to operate efficiently. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and thrives in a hands-on environment where accuracy, teamwork, and adaptability are essential to success. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment and play a vital part in delivering state-of-the-art technology to the DoD

Additional Details

• Openings available for First Shift, Second Shift and Weekend Shifts

What You'll Do
• Shipping & Receiving Operations: Receive incoming shipments, inspect packages for accuracy and damage, and ensure materials are properly labeled, documented, and stored. Prepare outgoing shipments and coordinate carrier pickups to support on-time deliveries.
• Production Support: Prepare and stage "kits" for the production team by gathering all required parts and hardware listed on manufacturing orders, ensuring assembly teams have everything needed to begin work immediately.
• Warehouse Coordination: Organize and maintain warehouse areas to ensure efficient material flow, accurate storage locations, and clean, safe workspaces.
• Order Fulfillment & Packing: Pick, pack, and prepare parts, assemblies, and materials for internal production use or external shipment while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.
• Logistics Collaboration: Work closely with procurement, production, and logistics teams to coordinate incoming deliveries, outbound shipments, and material movement throughout the facility.
• Documentation & Tracking: Maintain accurate shipping and receiving records, including packing slips, shipment tracking information, delivery confirmations, and material transactions within company systems.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve shipping, receiving, material handling, and warehouse organization processes to increase efficiency and reduce delays.
• Compliance & Safety: Follow all company safety procedures, handling requirements, and security protocols for sensitive materials and equipment. Ensure shipping and receiving activities remain compliant with internal standards and applicable regulations.
• Communication & Coordination: Communicate shipment issues, material shortages, receiving discrepancies, or delivery concerns to the appropriate teams in a timely manner.

What You Bring To Us
• Prior experience in a stockroom, retail inventory, or warehouse setting is a plus, but not required. A background in a fast-paced environment where you had to track parts or supplies is ideal
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Knowledge of defense industry regulations and compliance standards is a plus

What You'll Need To Be Successful
• Skill in both verbal and written communication
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
• Work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
• Self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
• Interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
• Ability to safely lift, move, and transport materials as needed throughout the facility

We Are Looking For Someone Who
• You are proactive and resourceful, you don't wait for permission to solve problems.
• You are detail-oriented, but can zoom out and think strategically about systems and scalability.
• You have a hospitality mindset, you anticipate others' needs and take pride in creating a welcoming and effective workspace.
• You thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, and you're energized by building things from scratch.
• You're excited to support a team of engineers and remove obstacles so they can focus on building.

What We Offer
• Competitive salary
• ACS Equity Package
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Allen Control Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Allen Control Systems prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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