Shipping & Receiving Specialist

PCX Aerostructures, LLC; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense, Inc. is seeking a Shipping & Receiving Clerk in Santa Ana, CA. You will receive raw materials, parts, and outside-processed items, inspect and document shipments, and ship finished goods to OEM customers.

Training will be provided for quality and compliance standards. Pay range is $24.00–$30.00 per hour, depending on experience. Candidates should have 2+ years in shipping/receiving and proficiency with ERP systems and carrier portals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of shipping, receiving, warehouse or logistics experience.
• Experience using an ERP or warehouse management system to record transactions.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook and web-based carrier portals.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with part numbers, quantities and paperwork.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate a forklift or willingness to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must be a U.S. Person per ITAR.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and inspect incoming shipments of materials and outside-processed parts.
• Verify quantities, part numbers, revision levels and lot/heat numbers against orders.
• Record receipts accurately in the ERP system; identify shortages, damage, or discrepancies.
• Package and ship finished goods and parts to customers and outside processors; prepare shipping docs.
• Ensure compliance with export control and ITAR procedures; handle hazardous materials per rules.
• Communicate delivery status and issues to Purchasing, Production Control, Quality, and Finance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

In this role, you will receive incoming raw materials, purchased parts, and outside-processed items, and you will package and ship finished products to our OEM customers. Accuracy and documentation matter here: every part we ship must be traceable and compliant with customer and regulatory requirements. Prior aerospace or defense experience is not required - we will train the right person on our quality and compliance standards.

Pay Range: $24.00 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience

Key Responsibilities

Receiving

• Receive, unload, and inspect incoming shipments of raw materials, purchased components, hardware, tooling and outside-processed parts (e.g., plating, heat treat, NDT).
• Verify quantities, part numbers, revision levels and lot/heat numbers against purchase orders, packing slips and bills of lading.
• Review supplier documentation for completeness.
• Record receipts accurately and in a timely manner in the ERP system.
• Identify and report shortages, overages, damage and discrepancies; document carrier damage and support claims.
• Route material that requires receiving inspection to the Quality department
• Tag, label and segregate material that requires additional support from other departments to resolve prior to recording receipt.

Shipping

• Properly package and ship finished goods, and parts going to outside processors according to customer, contractual and internal packaging requirements.
• Prepare shipping documentation, including packing lists, bills of lading, and other customer-required paperwork.
• Confirm part numbers, revisions, quantities, serial/lot numbers and inspection stamp-off before anything leaves the building.
• Apply proper labeling, including customer barcode labels, part markings and handling labels (e.g., ESD, fragile, shelf-life).
• Package parts to protect against damage, corrosion and FOD, using approved materials and methods.
• Schedule pickups and coordinate with LTL, FTL, parcel and expedited carriers; compare freight options and track shipments.
• Process shipments in the ERP system and through carrier platforms (e.g., UPS, FedEx), and file shipping records for traceability.

Compliance & Workplace

• Follow export control and ITAR procedures for controlled parts, technical data and shipments.
• Handle and document hazardous materials (e.g., paints, adhesives, chemicals) in accordance with DOT/IATA rules, once trained and certified.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other material-handling equipment safely.
• Keep the dock and storage areas clean, organized and FOD-free, following 5S and safety practices.
• Communicate with Purchasing, Production Control, Quality, and Finance about delivery status, discrepancies and urgent (“hot”) orders.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of shipping, receiving, warehouse or logistics experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of shipping documents such as packing slips, bills of lading and purchase orders.
• Experience using an ERP or warehouse management system to record transactions.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook and web-based carrier portals.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with part numbers, quantities and paperwork.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work with multiple departments.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and pallet jack, or willingness to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements listed below.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined by ITAR, due to access to export-controlled items and information.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive or another regulated manufacturing industry.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality management systems, including traceability and documentation control.
• Knowledge of ITAR/EAR export control requirements, or experience shipping controlled goods.
• Hazardous materials shipping certification (DOT 49 CFR and/or IATA).
• Experience with ERP systems commonly used in manufacturing, such as Epicor, SAP, Oracle, Infor/Syteline, Plex or JobBOSS.
• Experience with carrier platforms (UPS WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager) and freight brokers or LTL carriers.
• Knowledge of packaging methods for precision or sensitive parts, such as ESD, corrosion protection (VCI) and custom crating.
• Current forklift certification.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs; heavier items with assistance or equipment.
• Stand, walk, bend, reach and climb for most of the shift.
• Work in a manufacturing and dock environment with varying temperatures, noise and moving equipment.
• Wear required PPE, including safety glasses and safety-toe shoes.
• Occasional overtime or flexible hours may be needed to meet shipping deadlines, especially at month-end and quarter-end.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening and applicants must meet APPLIED AEROSPACE & DEFENSE security standards as imposed by DoD, including the issuance of any necessary security clearance by the U.S. Government within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. The Company will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Applied Aerospace & Defense, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please visit: e-verify/employees

ShiftDaysFull-Time/Part-TimeFull-TimeLocationApplied Aerospace & Defense, Santa AnaCategoryShipping and ReceivingReq NumberSHI-26-00001PositionShipping & Receiving ClerkClose DatePost Internal Days0Number of Openings2Exempt/Non-ExemptNon-ExemptHiring Manager(s)Jacqueline Cadena

This position is currently accepting applications.