Production Control & Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Colonial Group; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Production Control Clerk to support aerospace precision machining operations by compiling, tracking, and maintaining production data for accurate reporting.

The role coordinates production activities, monitors material usage, and helps sustain consistent output in a fast-paced shop, ensuring timely, precise information flows to planning, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of related manufacturing/production control experience.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials against purchase orders and invoices.
• Document and report material discrepancies and shortages.
• Route, deliver, or store materials to appropriate locations using material handling equipment.
• Coordinate outgoing shipments and maintain records of received and shipped goods.
• Analyze production metrics including materials used, scrap rates, and productivity.
• Monitor material inventory levels to support uninterrupted production.
• Conduct inventory cycle counts to ensure system accuracy.
• Track and update machine load schedules for balanced workflow.
• Assist in production flow and identify bottlenecks to support continuous improvement.
• Ensure accuracy of production records and reports.
• Assist planning in providing controlled documents to the shop.
• Regular on-site attendance is required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Time management

Data analysis

Critical thinking

Manufacturing processes understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years experience in manufacturing/production control

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

The Production Control Clerk supports manufacturing operations by compiling, tracking, and maintaining production data to ensure efficient workflow and accurate reporting. This role plays a critical part in coordinating production activities, monitoring material usage, and helping maintain consistent output in a fast-paced aerospaceprecision machining environment.

Essential Functions

To accomplish this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Receive, inspect, and verify all incoming materials, supplies, equipment, and returned goods against purchase orders, manifests, and invoices for accuracy.
• Check quantities, types, sizes, and part numbers to properly identify materials; document and report any errors, shortages, damages, or defective parts.
• Route, deliver, or store materials to appropriate manufacturing or storage locations using material handling equipment.
• Compute shipping and storage charges using computer systems or price lists, and confer with vendors or establishment representatives to resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate outgoing shipments and maintain meticulous records of all received and shipped goods.
• Analyze production metrics including materials used, scrap rates/patterns, departmental productivity, and aging work in process
• Monitor material inventory levels and assist in maintaining adequate supply to support uninterrupted production
• Conduct inventory cycle count to ensure system accuracy
• Track and update machine load schedules to ensure balanced workflow and optimal equipment utilization
• Assist in production flow by making sure parts are moving smoothly through the company, while also identifying production bottlenecks and support continuous improvement efforts
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of all production records and reports
• Assist planning in getting controlled documents to the shop
• Performs other tasks and/or assignments as required
• Regular attendance on-site at the workplace is required

This role is identified as requiring ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance; therefore, qualified candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person (per EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15):

• An individual who is granted U.S. citizenship, or
• An individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (i.e., a "Green Card" holder), or
• An individual who is granted status as a "protected person"

Required Education and Work Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• A minimum of two (2) years of related experience in manufacturing, production control, or a similar field

Other Required Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, preferably within aerospace or precision machining
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems is preferred
• Ability to analyze data and generate accurate reports
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management abilities
• Experience with production scheduling or inventory control systems is preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment

To perform the essential functions of the role, employees must be able to perform the following activities with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility, and sit for long periods working on a computer
• Occasionally lift, carry (short distances), and push/pull up to 50 pounds using peer assistance and/or other lifting & material handling equipment
• Occasionally reaches overhead and reaches out or down to perform duties
• Occasionally bend, crawl, stoop, squat, or kneel

Working Conditions

Work is performed in both an office and in the manufacturing shop environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to:

• Excessive noise (hearing protection required)
• Dust, smoke, mist, fumes/vapors (regularly)
• Extreme temperatures (occasionally)
• Hazardous equipment, including forklifts, hand tools, cranes or other lifting devices, and other equipment used in a machine shop environment (continually)

The use of PPE, including hearing protection, eye and hand protection, and safety footwear is required.

This position is classified as safety-sensitive.

Mid-Shift: Monday - Thursday, 9:30 am - 6:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Compensation is determined by relevant experience, skills, certification.

This position is a temporary assignment managed in partnership with our staffing agency partner. All initial screening and payroll will be facilitated through the agency.