Receiving Clerk - Temporary

Sanmina; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina is seeking a Receiving Clerk to join our warehouse team in Houston. You will unload shipments, inspect goods, and log them into our inventory system.

The role requires basic computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. You will coordinate with drivers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure accurate receipt of materials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Attention to detail in spotting discrepancies and inventory counts.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy boxes (50+ lbs).
• Basic computer literacy with warehouse software or spreadsheets.
• Good communication with drivers, vendors, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Unload and inspect goods from delivery trucks and check for damage.
• Verify orders against purchase orders and invoices.
• Update incoming stock in warehouse software.
• Label, sort, and place items on storage shelves.
• Report damaged, wrong items, or shortages to managers or suppliers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Communication

Computer literacy

Warehouse scanners

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse scanners

Job description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Receiving Clerk

Job Purpose

The receiving clerk accepts, inspects, and logs incoming shipments, unloads delivery trucks and updates inventory records.

Nature Of Duties

• Unload and inspect: Safely remove goods from delivery trucks and check for visible damage or missing items.
• Verify orders: Match package contents, packing slips, and quantities directly against purchase orders and vendor invoices.
• Update records: Enter incoming stock data into digital inventory databases or warehouse software.
• Organize stock: Label, sort, and place items onto correct shelves, racks, or storage zones.
• Manage issues: Report damaged goods, wrong items, or shortages to managers or suppliers.

Education And Experience

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Attention to detail: Spotting item discrepancies and recording precise inventory counts.
• Physical stamina: Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy boxes (often 50 pounds or more).
• Technical skills: Basic computer literacy and experience with warehouse scanners or database spreadsheets.
• Communication: Working smoothly with delivery drivers, vendors, and internal team members.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer