Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Howmet Aerospace; Big Lake (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a warehouse/inventory associate at our Big Lake, MN site. The role involves receiving, storing, and shipping parts and materials, while maintaining accurate ERP records and cycle counts.

You will use forklifts and material-handling equipment to move items, ensuring safe, efficient operations and adherence to 5S standards. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, basic inventory knowledge, and strong computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Understanding of inventory management principles and inventory transactions.
• proficiency in Windows and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities with urgency.
• Strong written and verbal communication; teamwork.
• Authorized to work in the United States; ITAR considerations apply.

Responsibilities

• Receive parts and materials from suppliers and verify counts and documents.
• Move materials to correct locations and update ERP with locations.
• Prepare and ship products with accurate counts and shipping docs.
• Maintain accurate inventory balances and conduct physical/cycle counts.
• Record PO receipts, moves, and other ERP transactions.
• Maintain stocking locations and shipping material inventories.
• Uphold 5S and safe, organized work environment; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory management

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Job description

• Locations 17465 198th Avenue NW, Big Lake, MN, 55309, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Export-Controlled Data This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for receiving parts and materials from outside suppliers, moving all incoming materials to appropriate locations, preparing and shipping product according to instructions, maintaining accurate inventory balances and conducting physical counts and cycle counts, performing inventory transactions in ERP system, maintaining physical identification of stocking locations and maintaining appropriate inventory of shipping materials and supplies.

Key Responsibilities:

Receive parts and materials from outside suppliers, including unloading trucks, verifying parts, counts and documentation by matching purchase orders with packing lists and inputting information into ERP system.

Move all incoming materials to appropriate locations or point-of-use and update ERP system to reflect correct material location. Use material handling equipment, including forklifts, hoists and pallet jacks, to move product.

Prepare and ship product according to instructions, including maintaining accurate counts of outgoing product, preparing shipping documentation, ensuring proper identification of products and containers, loading trucks, making arrangements for appropriate carriers and determining freight rates.

Maintain accurate inventory balances and conduct physical counts and cycle counts of materials as assigned to ensure inventory accuracy.

Perform inventory transactions in ERP system, including PO arrivals and receipts, inventory moves, bin location maintenance and assignment, shop order and PO issues, PO requisitions, receipt of returned good and various queries.

Maintain physical identification of stocking locations throughout the facility, including pallet racks, shelving units, kanban’s and point-of-use.

Maintain appropriate inventory of shipping materials and supplies.

Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment, adhering to 5S principles.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED.

Basic understanding of inventory management principles, including experience processing inventory transactions.

Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment. MS Office including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, e-mail.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and possess a sense of urgency.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position;

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience using an ERP system.

Experience selecting and scheduling transportation services.

Physical Demands:

Stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, kneeling, sitting reach or otherwise move about frequently

Occasional repetitive motion and grasping

Occasional climbing to reach areas on machines or racks

Lift, move or otherwise transfer up to 35 lbs., team lift up to 70 pounds

Performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer

Must be able pass forklift, overhead crane, and other material handling skills testing, specifically as it relates to the Howmet safety requirements.

Exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards which may require respiratory protection

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.