Shipping & Receiving Clerk

5th Axis Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Performance bonus opportunities

Training and advancement opportunities

Non-corporate environment

Team events

Job summary

5th Axis Inc. is seeking an experienced Shipping & Receiving Clerk to ensure accurate and timely movement of materials through our manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on shipping/receiving experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment, handle documentation, ERP systems, and operate forklifts, while coordinating with Production, Planning, and Warehouse teams to support on-time shipments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience shipping and receiving in manufacturing, warehouse, or similar environment.
• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain.
• Strong knowledge of shipping processes, documentation, and material handling.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials against purchase orders, packing slips, and system records.
• Package, label, and prepare outgoing materials and products for shipment.
• Process inbound and outbound shipments accurately and on time.
• Count, weigh, and measure parts and materials to verify shipment accuracy.
• Prepare and complete shipping documentation, including bills of lading, packing slips, shipping labels, and related records.
• Load and unload shipments using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
• Maintain accurate shipping, receiving, and tracking records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independence with cross-functional co-

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Team guidance / training experience

Education

High school diploma

Forklift certification

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory systems

Shipping systems

Job description

5th Axis is a leading U.S. manufacturer of CNC workholding, automation, and manufacturing solutions. We operate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where quality, accuracy, and execution matter. Our team supports customers throughout the manufacturing industry with products designed and manufactured in Southern California.

Position Summary

5th Axis is seeking an experienced Shipping & Receiving Clerk to support the accurate and timely movement of materials and products through our manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate has hands-on shipping and receiving experience in a manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, or similar environment and understands the importance of accurate documentation, material flow, and on-time shipments in supporting production and customer requirements.

We are looking for candidates who can work independently, maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment, troubleshoot shipping and receiving issues, and coordinate effectively with other departments. Candidates with experience coordinating workflow, training others, resolving escalated issues, or providing day-to-day team guidance are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials against purchase orders, packing slips, and system records.
• Package, label, and prepare outgoing materials and products for shipment.
• Process inbound and outbound shipments accurately and on time.
• Count, weigh, and measure parts and materials to verify shipment accuracy.
• Prepare and complete shipping documentation, including bills of lading, packing slips, shipping labels, and related records.
• Perform transactions within ERP and shipping systems to maintain accurate material and shipment records.
• Load and unload shipments using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve or elevate discrepancies involving materials, documentation, delays, damages, or shipment requirements.
• Coordinate with Production, Planning, Warehouse, and other departments to support material flow and shipping priorities.
• Monitor shipment status and respond to material and shipping inquiries.
• Help coordinate and prioritize daily shipping and receiving activities based on production schedules and customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate shipping, receiving, and tracking records.
• Support training and day-to-day guidance of Shipping & Receiving team members as needed.
• Assist with identifying opportunities to improve shipping and receiving processes, organization, and workflow.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shipping and receiving area.
• Follow established safety, quality, and shipping procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Previous shipping and receiving experience in a manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of shipping and receiving processes, documentation, and material handling.
• Experience processing inbound and outbound shipments.
• Experience preparing bills of lading, packing slips, shipping labels, and related documentation.
• Experience using ERP, inventory, warehouse, or shipping systems.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot shipping, receiving, and documentation discrepancies.
• Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and respond to changing needs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with Production, Planning, Warehouse, and other departments.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience training employees, coordinating workflow, or providing day-to-day team guidance is a plus.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous shipping and receiving, warehouse, material handling, or related experience required.
• Manufacturing or industrial experience strongly preferred.
• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain certification.
• Candidates with progressively responsible shipping and receiving experience are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• Employee-only base medical coverage at no cost
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match up to 5%
• Paid time off and holidays
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Training and advancement opportunities
• A non-corporate manufacturing environment
• Company and team events

Why 5th Axis?

At 5th Axis, Shipping & Receiving plays an important role in keeping materials moving, supporting production, and ensuring our products reach customers accurately and on time.

We're looking for someone who takes ownership, pays attention to the details, works well across departments, and helps keep the operation moving. If you bring strong shipping and receiving experience along with the ability to troubleshoot problems, coordinate priorities, and support others on the team, we want to hear from you.

5th Axis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.