Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Valent Aerostructures, LLC; Cottonwood Falls (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid holidays and time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Valent Aerostructures, LLC is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Clerk in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas. This role involves verifying outgoing shipments, preparing items for shipping, and operating equipment like forklifts and ink printers. Candidates must have a high school diploma, good organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

The company offers competitive wages, paid time off, and comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 1+ year(s) of experience directly related to shipping and receiving.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task.
• Very well organized with strong level of attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Verify and keep records on outgoing shipments.
• Package and bundle parts according to customer specifications.
• Operate forklift for transport of packaged parts.
• Examine outgoing shipments to ensure they meet specifications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Team cooperation

Problem-solving

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Computer

Video jet ink printer

Job description

WHO ARE WE

Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. We have 13 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition. Since the beginning in 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services that are reliable, safe, and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are currently seeking a Shipping and Receiving Clerk, responsible for verifying and keeping records on outgoing shipments and preparing items for shipment. They compare identifying information and counts, weights, or measures items of outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to reference customer specifications and QAPs in performance of job duties
• Movement of parts from production tables to shipping tables
• Read work order and verify proper count, and buy‑offs
• Examine parts for defects
• Use computer to set up part mark information per specifications
• Operate video jet ink computer printer to perform part‑mark function
• Package/bundle parts per customer and Sonaca North America Quality specifications
• Movement of packaged/bundled parts from part mark area to source area
• Build cardboard boxes for packaging of parts
• Load packaged/bundled parts into wooden crates
• Operate vehicle to transport parts to/from local customers
• Operate saw and hammer (including air hammer) to build wooden crates for parts
• Operate forklift for movement of wooden crates to/from shipping to/from trucks/dock
• Actively participate in team meetings and continuous improvement projects
• Meet production/quality requirements
• Serve on cross‑functional work teams
• May be required to cross‑train and/or assist in other work areas to meet fluctuating work demands
• Determine method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates
• Affix shipping labels on packed cartons per customer specifications
• Assemble wooden or cardboard container or select pre‑assembled containers
• Insert items into containers, using spacers, fillers and protective padding
• Examine outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or high school equivalency (preferred)
• 1+ year(s) of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified (preferred)
• Must be able to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Must be very well organized
• Must be a self‑motivated individual
• Must have the ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment
• Must have the ability to identify problems and execute solutions
• Must understand and abide by all confidentiality regulations within the company
• Must have the ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports
• Must be computer literate and have knowledge of Windows

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Noise levels ranging from quiet to extremely loud. Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when working on the manufacturing floor, including eye, ear and foot protection. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10‑50 pounds.

WHY CHOOSE SONACA NORTH AMERICA?

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company‑match contribution
• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life and accidental insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Employee assistance program and access to counseling and community resources
• Wellness program
• Tuition assistance (subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities, veterans and other protected groups. Sonaca North America is an E‑Verify employer.