RECEIVING/SHIPPING TECHNICIAN

Moses Lake Industries; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) Matching

Relocation assistance

Company-paid benefits

Job summary

Moses Lake Industries in Moses Lake, WA is hiring for a Warehouse/Receiving position. You will receive, inspect, and store incoming materials, perform ERP-documented transactions, and move items using forklifts and yard equipment.

You will help maintain accurate inventory, participate in cycle counts, and support shipping/receiving workflows. The role requires a high school diploma and 2+ years in warehousing, with forklift experience and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of warehousing, inventory control, or materials handling experience.
• Working knowledge of computers and MS Office software.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license for operating company vehicles.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, and other material‑handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify incoming materials with counts and serial/lot numbers.
• Inspect materials for damage and route to storage or production areas.
• Verify documents and maintain accurate electronic inventory records.
• Handle material movements with forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Move large trailers using yard goat when required.
• Perform inventory and cycle counts to support accuracy.
• Use handheld scanners for inventory transactions.
• Ensure proper labeling and segregation of materials.
• Support continuous improvements in receiving, inventory, and warehouse processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Teamwork

English communication

Safety consciousness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

RF scanners

ERP system

Job description

We value: Safety, Integrity, Ownership, Collaboration, Service, Sustainability. Moses Lake Industries, Inc. (MLI) is a rapidly growing producer of ultra-pure chemical products, serving the semiconductor and flat-panel screen industries worldwide. We deliver world class products to the leaders of the industries we serve. You will be working for a midsized company with great people and a history of steady growth and profitability. Sound like a match? If you are prepared to work in an exciting and rewarding environment, we look forward to considering your experience and qualifications.

Shift/Hours/Location: M-F, 8am-5pm, Onsite, Moses Lake, WA

What You Will Be Working On

• Receive and verify incoming materials, including piece counts and serial/lot numbers.
• Inspect materials for damage and deliver accepted items to designated storage or production areas.
• Verify receiving documents, quality documents, and maintain accurate electronic inventory records.
• Categorize, estimate, and verify form‑fit‑function of materials during receiving and incoming quality analysis.
• Inspect materials to identify errors, defects, or non‑conformances and ensure proper labeling of segregated and accepted materials.
• Process raw material receipts in the ERP system, complete transfers and adjustments, and label items per IRMA requirements.
• Coordinate material sampling and lab communication for incoming quality checks.
• Handle and move materials manually, with carts, and via forklift.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material‑handling equipment.
• Move large trailers using the yard goat as required.
• Segregate materials appropriately and maintain safe, organized storage areas.
• Perform inventory counts and cycle counts to support accuracy and reconciliation.
• Use handheld scanners to complete timely and accurate inventory transactions.
• Maintain updated electronic inventory systems and ensure documentation accuracy across receiving, storage, and shipping activities.
• Prepare, stage, and load outbound shipments following warehouse processes and procedures.
• Verify paperwork, quantities, and packaging for outbound shipments.
• Load materials for transfer to MLI per request, ensuring compliance with shipping requirements.
• Review and provide input on procedures, forms, and workflows used for training or instructing others.
• Support continuous improvement of receiving, inventory, and warehouse processes.
• Uphold all MLI policies and "MLI Code of Conduct."
• Strict compliance with Environmental and Safety regulations.
• Compliance and individual accountability with the MLI Quality System and ISO Registration is required. It is the employee’s commitment to ensure that the Company’s actual practices and procedures are exercised as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support and sustain a high performing team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of warehousing, inventory control, or materials handling experience.
• Working knowledge of computers and MS Office software.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as a condition of performing job functions that involve operating company vehicles.
• Working knowledge of arithmetic and grammar.
• Demonstrated Ability To:
• Follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Manage multiple priorities and projects to meet established deadlines.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Perform tasks with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Technical & Operational Skills
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, and other material‑handling equipment (current certification preferred).
• Ability to safely move and maneuver large trailers using a yard goat (training provided if needed).
• Familiarity with ERP or inventory management systems for receipts, transfers, and adjustments.
• Experience using handheld scanners or RF devices for inventory transactions.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety practices, material segregation, and proper labeling standards.
• Quality & Documentation Skills
• Ability to read and interpret purchase orders, packing slips, and quality documentation.
• Basic understanding of incoming quality inspection processes, including form‑fit‑function checks and defect identification.
• Experience performing cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and root‑cause analysis for discrepancies.
• Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in warehouse, yard, and trailer environments with varying temperatures.
• Communication & Process Skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain clean, well‑labeled storage areas.
• Effective communication with Receiving, Quality, Warehouse, and Production teams.
• Willingness to provide feedback on procedures and support training of new team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of forklift experience.

Salary & Benefits

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $22-$25/hour

Located in central Washington, an outdoor recreational oasis, we offer the following benefits: compensation, medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits.

• Generous PTO: Your off time is important.
• Medical/Dental/Vision: Majority of premiums paid by MLI. Includes virtual medical and mental health options.
• Additional Health Coverage: FSA and HSA available. Voluntary insurance options include life and AD&D, accident, hospitalization, and critical illness.
• Earn More: We offer a generous discretionary bonus program in addition to salary/wage.
• 401(k) Savings Plan: Jump start your retirement with MLI’s employer matching contributions.
• Company-Paid Benefits: Long-Term Disability Insurance, EAP, Fitness Club Membership Program, & Education Assistance Program. Relocation Assistance available.
• Additional Benefits: We provide position-based clothing, travel expenses, training and additional materials needed on a case‑by‑case basis.

Working Conditions:

Duties are generally performed indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions, in a 24-hour per day, seven day per week manufacturing environment. Handling and working with hazardous materials and chemical manufacturing equipment is routine. The employee may work in the presence of fumes or airborne particles, hot, toxic or corrosive chemicals, water, liquids and electrical equipment. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud. When working in the presence of these hazards, the employee is expected to follow company safety rules and use proper personal protection such as: hardhat, respirator, hearing protection, protective clothing, safety glasses, safety footwear, etc. Employees will work in a covered Process Safety Management (PSM) environment containing threshold quantities of flammable liquids and/or gasses that have a potential for fire or explosion. Employees working in this environment are required to be free from devices that are not considered intrinsically safe. Examples of devices that may not be intrinsically safe include Insulin Pumps, Pacemakers, Pain Management devices, etc.

Moses Lake Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.