Stock Clerk

Safran S.A.; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forklift certification preferred

Job summary

Safran Aerosystems' Wall Township, NJ facility seeks a Stock Clerk to receive, store, and issue materials, ensuring accuracy and traceability within a fast‑paced aerospace environment.

You will collaborate with Receiving, Production, Purchasing, Quality, and Logistics teams to maintain inventory control and support manufacturing while following safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in stockroom/warehouse preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and inventory docs.
• Basic math and recordkeeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, inspect, and store incoming materials and supplies.
• Verify received materials against orders and packing slips for accuracy.
• Report discrepancies and assist with resolution activities.
• Sign bills of lading and maintain proper documentation.
• Maintain accurate identification and traceability of inventory.
• Store and relocate materials to improve storage utilization and flow.
• Issue materials to manufacturing and production work orders.

Skills

Inventory control

Attention to detail

Read work instructions

Basic math

Stock management software

ERP system familiarity

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Safran Aerosystems' Wall Township, New Jersey facility serves as the North American headquarters for our Evacuation Systems Business Unit (SEV). At this site, employees contribute to the design, manufacture, maintenance, repair, and support of critical aircraft safety equipment, including emergency evacuation slides, life rafts, flotation devices, and other life‑saving systems used by commercial and military aircraft operators around the world.

With a legacy of more than 100 years of aerospace innovation, Safran is a recognized global leader in aviation technology and safety. As part of Safran's Aerosafety Division, our teams play an essential role in developing, certifying, manufacturing, and supporting advanced products that help protect millions of passengers and crew members every year. Employees at our Wall Township location benefit from a collaborative, team‑oriented environment that combines the agility and close‑knit culture of a local site with the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a global aerospace organization.

At Safran, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace built on integrity, innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We take pride in supporting our local communities and creating meaningful opportunities for employees to grow and make an impact.

The Stock Clerk is responsible for receiving, storing, issuing, controlling, and maintaining inventory of raw materials, purchased parts, sub‑assemblies, supplies, and customer‑furnished property. This role is critical to supporting manufacturing and operational requirements by ensuring inventory accuracy, proper material handling, traceability, and timely availability of materials. The Stock Clerk works closely with Receiving, Production, Purchasing, Quality, and Logistics teams to maintain efficient inventory operations while adhering to company safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, inspect, and properly store incoming materials, raw stock, parts, sub‑assemblies, customer‑furnished property, and operating supplies.
• Verify received materials against purchase orders, packing slips, transfer documentation, receiving reports, and other supporting records to ensure accuracy of quantities, part numbers, and shipment routing.
• Report discrepancies, shortages, damaged materials, or documentation issues and assist with resolution activities.
• Sign bills of lading and receiving documentation as authorized.
• Maintain accurate identification, labeling, and traceability of inventory in accordance with company procedures and quality requirements.
• Store materials following established stockroom and inventory control procedures while ensuring efficient utilization of storage space.
• Relocate, reorganize, and consolidate inventory as needed to improve material flow and accessibility.
• Issue materials, components, sub‑assemblies, and supplies to manufacturing, production work orders, stock Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Minimum of 3 months to 1 year of experience in a stockroom, warehouse, inventory control, manufacturing, or related environment preferred.
• Experience working with inventory management systems, ERP systems, or computerized inventory transactions preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to accurately receive, store, issue, and track inventory materials
• Basic inventory control and cycle count knowledge
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, operating procedures, safety rules, and inventory documentation
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals
• Attention to detail and accuracy in inventory recordkeeping
• Ability to operate computer systems and perform inventory transactions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and/or inventory management software
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal customers and team members
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Knowledge of material handling practices and warehouse safety procedures
• Familiarity with manufacturing and inventory terminology
• Ability to work effectively within a cross‑functional team environment

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Forklift Certification preferred, if applicable to facility operations

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand, walk, reach, use hands and fingers, and move throughout warehouse and manufacturing areas.
• Frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift inventory materials.
• May occasionally be required to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Required to visually inspect materials, labels, inventory documents, and computer screens.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment and warehouse tools as required.
• May be required to use stairs, ladders, or step stools to access storage locations.

Work Environment

• Work is performed primarily in a stockroom, warehouse, and manufacturing environment.
• Employee may work near moving mechanical equipment and powered industrial vehicles.
• Regular exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and industrial materials may occur.
• Occasional exposure to chemicals used in manufacturing and warehouse operations.
• Noise levels are generally moderate but may occasionally be higher in manufacturing areas.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required in designated work areas.
• Adherence to all company safety, quality, and environmental procedures is required.