Receiving Specialist

Industrial Metal Supply Co; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Job summary

IMS is seeking a Receiving Specialist in San Jose, CA to perform detailed inspections of incoming shipments, verify contents, and document findings. The role requires strong attention to detail and experience with measuring tools.

Primary responsibilities include coordinating with Materials, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Quality teams, maintaining records, and handling inventory in the ERP system. Experience with forklifts and safe work practices is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of senior or lead experience overseeing stores, logistics, and inventory.
• 4+ years’ experience with first/in-process and/or final material inspection.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and basic data entry systems.
• Experience using forklifts, side loaders and other industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect detailed incoming shipments; identify discrepancies or damage, take action.
• Verify contents against purchase orders, packing docs, and inspection checklist.
• Use basic measuring tools to validate measurement accuracy of incoming products.
• Identify and document Material Non-Conformances at Receiving Inspection.
• Complete, maintain, and distribute quality records and documentation.
• Maintain knowledge of material and stock/overstock locations.
• Accurately receive items into the inventory system with proper records.
• Perform basic inventory control functions such as stocking and cycle counts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong judgment

Safe work practices

Tools

Calipers

Rulers

Pin gauges

Forklifts

Side loaders

Job description

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Receiving Specialist

San Jose, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1092

Salary Range: $22.50 To $27.50 Hourly

1st Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Monday to Friday and Saturdays as needed

The Receiving Specialist will be responsible for conducting detailed dimensional and visual inspections on critical parts, assemblies, and raw material. Receiving Inspectors will be required to document their inspection findings, produce the necessary documentation and reports, establishing acceptance or rejection. Experience working within the metal industry preferred but not required. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong judgment, and the ability to consistently enforce compliance and safety processes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Materials, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Quality teams, you will perform detailed inspections of incoming shipments; identify discrepancies or damage, and take appropriate action.
• Verify contents against purchase orders, packing documentation, and inspection checklist.
• Use basic measuring tools to validate measurement accuracy of incoming products.
• Identify and document Material Non-Conformances at Receiving Inspection.
• Complete, maintain, and distribute appropriate quality records and documentation.
• Maintain knowledge of material and where stock and overstock locations are.
• Accurately receive all items into the inventory management system, applying correct condition codes and other vital records for in the chain-of-custody.
• Perform basic inventory control functions such as stocking parts, cycle counts and labeling products.

Requirements:

• 2 + years of senior or lead experience, overseeing stores, logistics, and inventory.
• Proficient with common inspection tools (e.g., calipers, rulers, pin gauges).
• 4 + years’ experience with first/in-process and/or final material inspection.
• 4 + years’ experience working in a shipping/receiving and/or material handling department.
• Strong detail orientation and understanding of safe work processes and procedures.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and basic data entry systems.
• Experience in safely using forklifts, side loaders and other industrial equipment.

Company Benefits Provided:
As an IMS employee, you can expect: a supportive, inclusive atmosphere for a team that values your contributions. Opportunities for growth and development via work experience and offerings from our HR/People Resources team and Learning and Development program. Frequent in-office events, lunch-and-learns, volunteer opportunities, as well as the following:

• PTO: Starts accruing on your first day with the option to either use these as days off or request a vacation-payout for any unused time.
• Medical: Three Anthem Plans to choose from
• Dental: Choose from Sun Life HMO or Gurdian Dental PPO
• Vision: Coverage through EyeMed
• Tax Savings Accounts: HSA (for qualified plans), FSA, Limited FSA, Commuter
• 401(k) with matching through Fidelity
• Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life and AD&D, Short Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Benefit and Pharmacy Advocacy access.
• Voluntary (Employee Paid) Benefits: Life and A&D, Long Term Disability, Pet Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity