Receiving Clerk

Vertiv; Edinboro (Erie County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv (Great Lakes) is hiring a Receiving Clerk to accurately receive, inspect, and document incoming materials and shipments. The role supports inventory accuracy through cycle counting in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include verifying shipments, inspecting items, entering data into inventory systems, labeling and storing materials, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure smooth material flow.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in warehouse or receiving preferred.
• Experience with inventory systems and cycle counting strongly preferred.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, inventory software).
• Ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift experience a plus).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload incoming shipments, verifying accuracy against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Inspect materials for damage, defects, or discrepancies and report issues as needed.
• Enter received goods into inventory systems accurately.
• Label, tag, and store materials in designated warehouse locations.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely material flow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory software

Microsoft Office

Forklift experience

Job description

The Receiving Clerk is responsible for accurately receiving, inspecting, and documenting incoming materials and shipments. This role also supports inventory accuracy through cycle counting the ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities Inventory Quality Control

• Receive and unload incoming shipments, verifying accuracy against purchase orders and packing slips
• Inspect materials for damage, defects, or discrepancies and report issues as needed
• Accurately enter received goods into inventory systems
• Label, tag, and store materials in designated warehouse locations
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely material flow

Cycle Counting

• Perform scheduled cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies
• Maintain accurate records of counts and adjustments
• Assist with physical inventory audits as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous warehouse or receiving experience preferred
• Experience with inventory systems and cycle counting strongly preferred
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, inventory software)
• Ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift experience a plus)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift to 50 lbs. regularly
• Standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift
• Ability to work in a warehouse/manufacturing environment

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and warehouse setting
• Exposure to moving equipment and varying temperatures
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required

Schedule

• Full-time position: shift hours may vary based on business needs
• 1ST Shift 7:00 am to 3:30 Pm

Please also add some Saturdays maybe needed.

Why Join Vertiv (Great Lakes)

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Opportunity for growth within a global organization
• Team-oriented work environment focused on safety and quality
• At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
• Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
• We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail].
• Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.