Receiving Team Lead — On-Site, Lean Inventory

Howmet; Dover (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

13 paid holidays

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a hands-on Group Leader for the Receiving department in Dover, NJ. You will direct incoming logistics, material handling, and verification to keep production flowing, using Excel for inventories and reports, while leading a team to ensure accuracy and on-time shipments.

The role requires 3-5 years in shipping/receiving or inventory control, a High School Diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, or inventory control, preferably in a manufacturing or high-precision industrial environment.
• Strong command of standard office technology and internal software databases, with proficient Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely manage the shipping, receiving, storage, and distribution of materials and products.
• Supervise, train, and mentor receiving personnel, and establish training processes for new employees.
• Oversee the unloading, inspection, and verification of incoming shipments for freight damage, correct quantities, and proper documentation (packing slips, Certificates of Analysis, and Certificates of Conformance).
• Maintain rigorous inventory control by logging, updating, and tracking records and workflows in internal company systems and Excel.
• Monitor inventory levels during receiving, identify items approaching minimum stock levels, and submit timely reorder alerts to Purchasing and Planning.
• Complete inventory cycle counts on schedule and investigates discrepancies.
• Partner closely with Quality Assurance (QA) to coordinate material routing.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams at all levels and with external partners.
• Maintain accurate files, records, and basic operational reports.
• Work flexible hours, including overtime, as needed to meet shipment deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a hands-on Group Leader for the Receiving department in Dover, NJ. You will direct incoming logistics, material handling, and verification to keep production flowing, using Excel for inventories and reports, while leading a team to ensure accuracy and on-time shipments.

The role requires 3-5 years in shipping/receiving or inventory control, a High School Diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.