Shipping & Receiving Production Assistant

Hera Technologies, LLC; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Shipping & Receiving Production Assistant to thrive in a collaborative environment. This role involves overseeing inventory management, ensuring cleanliness, and coordinating production activities to meet shipping goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a background in aerospace manufacturing. Join a team that values individual achievement and promotes a supportive work culture where your contributions are recognized and rewarded. If you are ready to take ownership of your role and drive excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company paid medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan option

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

10 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in aerospace manufacturing production control.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory and cleanliness standards in the production area.
• Coordinate production throughput and ensure shipping goals are met.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and safety standards.

Skills

Manufacturing production control

Planning and organization

Problem-solving

Communication skills

PC skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project)

Ability to prioritize

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

JobBoss ERP software

Job description

Position: Shipping & Receiving Production Assistant

Job Description

Summary: Hera Technologies, LLC is seeking a highly motivated Shipping & Receiving Production Assistant to join our team working in a hands-on, collaborative environment. The individual will be responsible for driving multiple projects of varying complexities throughout the entire project life cycle (raw material through shipping), be the conduit for production‐related communications between shop floor and management regarding schedule, inventory, and quality issues. This role will take full ownership of related activities performed by multi‐disciplined cross‐functional teams.

FLSA Classification: Nonexempt Hourly

Type: Full-time

Work hours: Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm; Some weekend work may be necessary. Hours may be adjusted at the discretion of your supervisor.

Hourly Wage Range: $17.00 to $20.00 USD depending upon experience.

Reports to: Production Lead

Location: 100% onsite at 1055 E Francis St. Ontario, CA 91761 USA

Essential Job Duties (which include, but not limited to):

1. Keep inventory maintained, labeled, organized and levels tracked, including shelf-life items. Resources will be available to lead this effort.
2. Keeping department up to standard of cleanliness. Cleanliness audits to be performed if not daily per the discretion of management.
3. Assign production department, including self, with day-to-day tasks.
4. Meet shipping goals as defined by the Production Manager.
5. Aid in the coordination of day‐to‐day production throughput, including scheduling, planning and execution of all jobs as defined by customer needs.
6. Aid in providing accurate daily reporting of production status, schedules, updates and corrections taken to resolve issues.
7. Use electronic communications board effectively to communicate department metrics.
8. Maintain traveler conformance on a day-to-day basis.
9. Aid the Production Manager and Director of Operations to develop and measure improvement of key performance indicators: safety, quality, on‐time delivery and efficiency.
10. Manage and properly use JobBoss modules applicable to your areas of responsibility.
11. Lead shop floor personnel to be capable of meeting company goals.
12. Fill‐in on the shop floor when needed such as making parts or any other support activity.
13. Be directly involved with the implementation and execution of continuous improvement planning and implementation.
14. Supports 5-S and adheres to health, safety and environmental company guidelines.
15. Ensure all jobs have been correctly completed through every step of the process as it deals with your company function. Take action to resolve discrepancies.
16. Be a channel for Hera's vision and drive a culture of discipline and excellence.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have at least 2 years of Manufacturing production control experience within an aerospace manufacturing job‐shop environment.
• Ability to prioritize and react to project changes.
• Excellent planning, organization, and problem‐solving skills.
• Excellent PC skills - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English.
• Ability to learn to perform cross-functional operations.

Preferred Requirements:

• Working knowledge of JobBoss ERP software is preferred.
• Production and inventory control experience (expediting and material handling) would be a plus.

Work authorization and Clearances:

• Must be US Citizen or Authorized to work in the US.
• Must be willing to undergo and pass a criminal background check.
• Must be able to pass a physical examination, including an alcohol and drug test.

Work environment:

• The incumbent will spend a portion of the day on their feet and must follow strict safety rules. They wear safety glasses to protect their eyes from airborne debris. Loud noise from machinery requires use of hearing protectors. They wear hard toe shoes or boots to protect their feet from potentially dropped objects.
• It is a professional work atmosphere, where everyone from top managers to employees holds themselves accountable to their actions.
• It is a workplace environment where people are respectful, competent, and work together to meet their expectations.
• It is an open work culture in which no one feels excluded in whatever is going on within the workplace. People are not afraid to talk and are very supportive of each other.
• It is a rewarding working environment where managers make the effort to show gratitude to those who work hard.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely lift at least 25 lbs.
• Must be able to navigate warehouse and use hands and arms to reach, feel or handle items both high and low.
• Stand and/or sit for long periods of time.
• Sit, Stoop, Kneel and Crouch.
• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Vision abilities required by this job include near vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Hera Technologies, LLC Company Profile:

Hera Technologies, LLC is a world-class contract Aerospace Manufacturing firm that produces high quality built-to-print and built-to-model metallic and nonmetallic components for the Space, Aerospace, Defense, and Commercial Airline industries. We are a team of talented, ethical and motivated individuals committed to providing our customers with superior quality products delivered on time and aimed to exceed customer expectations. We provide a safe and rewarding work environment that acknowledges individual achievement and promotes entrepreneurial spirit, and teamwork.

Benefits:

• Company paid employee medical, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement plan option upon eligibility
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation
• 10 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discretionary bonuses
• Incentivized cash-based employee referral program

Hera Technologies, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a workplace free of violence and drugs. We retain the option to perform substance abuse testing before and during employment.

Must be willing to undergo a criminal background screening and credit check.

Must be able to pass a physical examination including a drug and alcohol test.