Shipping & Receiving Specialist

Shipping And Receiving Specialist – Defense Sector (Aiea, Hi)

Join a mission that moves the Pacific. Leidos is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive shipping and receiving specialist to support our PACAF C5ISRO II mission at our Aiea, Hawaii site. This role plays a vital part in delivering logistics excellence to our Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) customers across the Pacific theater. If you're passionate about precision, logistics, and national security, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

What You'll Do

As a shipping and receiving specialist, you'll be at the heart of our logistics operations—ensuring that every shipment is accurate, secure, and on time. You'll manage the full lifecycle of goods and materials, from arrival to departure, while maintaining compliance with safety and inventory protocols.

Receiving Operations

• Unload incoming trucks and inspect packages for damage or discrepancies
• Verify shipments against purchase orders and packing lists
• Log materials into inventory systems and store them in designated locations

Shipping Operations

• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment
• Assemble crates and secure packaging
• Generate shipping labels and documentation
• Coordinate with carriers and select optimal shipping methods

Inventory & Documentation

• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct cycle counts
• Track inbound/outbound shipment schedules
• Monitor stock levels of shipping supplies

General Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment
• Keep warehouse areas clean, safe, and organized
• Collaborate with internal teams and external carriers
• Follow all safety procedures and regulations

What You Bring

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2–4 years of relevant experience
• Active secret-level security clearance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational abilities (digital and paper-based)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Physical capability to lift, move, and handle repetitive tasks

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with costpoint MRP systems
• Certified forklift operator (standing and sitting)
• Familiarity with pallet scales, wrappers, and jacks
• Prior warehouse operations experience
• Exceptional attention to detail and time management

This is more than a logistics role—it's a chance to support a critical defense mission while growing your career in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. Ready to move the mission forward?