Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Trust Automation, Inc.; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Trust Automation, Inc. is seeking a Shipping/Receiving associate to ensure timely shipments and receipts of materials. You will handle PO/PS processing in the ERP, verify order accuracy, and coordinate carrier choices to meet customer needs and regulatory requirements.

The role requires organizing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. A valid CA driver’s license and forklift experience are beneficial.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associates degree or 5 years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Experience with data entry and ERP/shipping processes is a plus.
• Forklift experience or certification can be obtained after hiring.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate accurate, timely shipments and receipts of materials.
• Process receipt of purchase orders and packing slips in the ERP system.
• Ensure order specs, quantity, and quality match PO/PS requirements.
• Direct shipping methods considering speed, carrier, and HazMat needs.
• Prepare items for shipment following packaging and carrier guidelines.
• Arrange carrier pickup/drop-off and inbound/outbound shipments as needed.
• Use shipping portal software to track and route orders.
• Manage packing slips, BOLs, certificates of conformance, and related docs.
• Possibility to obtain DOT HazMat/IATA/Lithium-Ion battery certifications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher or 5 years of relevant work experience

Job description

Trust Automation has over 30 years of experience in custom motors, linear drives, digital drives, and systems which meet the unique needs of its customers. Its product line includes motors, linear drives, digital drives, custom assemblies, and products to fit unique applications and ground-up system design and manufacturing solutions. We design, build and support control and power management systems for the most demanding defense, semiconductor, industrial automation, and medical applications.

Trust Automation is an equal opportunity employer and committed to attracting, hiring, developing, and retaining a skilled, productive, and diverse workforce, personnel with competencies and experience related to the regional and State population. Every employee has an "at-will" relationship with Trust Automation. This means that employment with Trust Automation is at the mutual consent of the employer and the employee and is subject to termination by either party at will, with or without cause or advance notice.

Job Summary

This position is a critical component of materials control as it relates to meeting company standards of quality and on time delivery. This function is primarily responsible for coordinating accurate, timely shipments and receipts of materials to and from Trust Automation, while maintaining clear communication and high level of customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process receipt of purchase orders (PO) and packing slips (PS) using the computerized ERP system
• Ensures specifications, quantity, and quality of orders match PO or PS requirements
• Conducts initial product quality inspection; routes material to inspection area as required
• Determines best shipping method based on customer needs to include speed, carrier, and any HAZMAT, FRAGILE, or insurance requirements
• Prepares items for shipment according to packaging instructions, industry best practices, or carrier requirements
• Arranges carrier pick-up and drop-off
• Coordinate inbound/outbound shipping for both domestic/international with a variety of transportation companies and carriers, when required.
• Use shipping portal software to track, check, prioritize and route orders.
• Manage all documents such as packing slips, bills of lading (BOL), certificates of conformance, return label creation and compliance documentation.
• Recommended to obtain and maintain DOT HazMat, IATA and Lithium-Ion Battery certifications

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Associates degree or higher or 5 years of relevant work experience, preferred
• Strong organizational skills with a strong attention to detail
• Experience with computer software, data entry
• Forklift experience- certification can be obtained upon hiring
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while adapting to frequent changes
• This position may be asked to drive for company purposes during the course of employment. If asked and agreed upon, employees must possess a valid California Driver's License and clean driving record.
• May participate in the identity verification process to access secure client or government portals by authorizing certified supplier or customer management platforms to obtain information from your personal credit profile or other information, solely to verify your identity.

Physical Requirements

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person, on the telephone or virtually.
• Dexterity of hands, fingers, and wrist to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, or assemble/manufacture intricate items.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials.
• Sitting or standing for extended period of time.
• Physical agility to lift 50 pounds to shoulder height. Any items that weigh more than 50 pounds will require to or more people or a lifting device to move.
• Physical agility to lift, carry, push, or pull objects.

Pay Scale / Salary Information

$24.90 - $29.00 Per Hour