Material Controls Associate / Shipping and Recieving Clerk

Ascent Aerospace; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

PTO

401k Match

Job summary

Ascent Aerospace in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Material Controls Associate / Shipping and Receiving Clerk to manage receipt, storage and movement of materials, verify quantities, and prepare shipments. The role involves data entry, inventory control, and occasional forklift operation on a manufacturing floor.

You will support internal audits, perform monthly inventory closeouts, and ensure accurate inventory levels while complying with ITAR and export-control requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years in a tool crib, warehouse, inventory control, or related environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of loading and unloading procedures.
• Familiarity with Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with management to support operational performance.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and complete tasks independently.
• Must meet Export Control requirements; status as a “U.S. Person” under 22 C.F.R. §.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory and support internal and external audits.
• Complete monthly inventory closeouts, receiving documentation, and assist with loading & unloading incoming shipments.
• Receiving, verifying, and storing incoming materials, ensuring accurate inventory levels.
• Managing the flow of goods into and out of a facility.
• Preparing, packaging, and shipping outgoing orders.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack, or other material-handling equipment.
• Inspect incoming materials for damage or discrepancies.
• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Unloading incoming deliveries and materials and Loading trucks for shipment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Experience in warehouse/inventory

Mechanical aptitude

MS Office suite

Strong communication

Collaborative with management

Independent and proactive

Export control compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Material Controls Associate / Shipping and Recieving Clerk

Santa Ana, CA, USA

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Ascent Aerospace – Inspiring the next generation of flight!

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Material Controls Associate & Shipping & Receiving clerk manages the receipt, storage, and movement of materials within a facility. This role involves verifying quantities, entering data into inventory systems, and ensuring materials are stored and handled safely. They also prepare materials for shipment, maintain records, and will participate in physical inventory counts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This list reflects the core duties of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Maintain inventory and support internal and external audits.
• Complete monthly inventory closeouts, receiving documentation, and assist with loading & unloading incoming shipments.
• Receiving, verifying, and storing incoming materials, ensuring accurate inventory levels.
• Managing the flow of goods into and out of a facility.
• Preparing, packaging, and shipping outgoing orders.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack, or other material-handling equipment
• Inspect incoming materials for damage or discrepancies
• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing slips
• Unloading incoming deliveries and materials and Loading trucks for shipment
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

A combination of education and experience that supports successful job performance will be considered.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in a tool crib, warehouse, inventory control, or related environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of loading and unloading procedures.
• Familiarity with software tools including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with management to support operational performance.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and complete tasks independently.
• Must meet Export Control requirements; position requires status as a “U.S. Person” under 22 C.F.R. §.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Forklift and crane operation skills.
• Safety training or certifications.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasional local travel may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Conditions below represent those typically encountered while performing this role:
• Extended periods of sitting at a computer workstation.
• Regular access to the manufacturing floor.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and vibration.
• Occasional exposure to caustic chemicals; noise levels are generally moderate.
• It is possible to travel to other site locations during the workday.
• Occasional weekend work to meet business needs.
• Required use of safety eyewear in manufacturing areas; safety shoes recommended.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

These physical requirements must be met to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be provided.

• Ability to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to see, hear, speak, touch, and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequent walking and standing for short periods.
• Ability to lift and move up to 35 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

BENEFITS

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• PTO
• 401k Match

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

Ascent Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability and you believe you need reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll-free [phone]. This phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.