Warehouse / Stock Clerk

Peraton; Fort Irwin (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Warehouse/Stock Clerk at Fort Irwin, CA to support DSN Operations and NASA/JPL contracts. You will receive, store, and distribute materials, conduct inventories, and assist customers in locating items.

The role requires forklift ability, attention to safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include order fulfillment, handling shipments, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 1–2 years related experience.
• Able to follow written and oral instructions with minimal supervision.
• Experience in inventory control and customer service preferred.
• Forklift operation ability and safety training helpful.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and distribute materials, tools, equipment, and products.
• Conduct physical inventories and assist customers in identifying materials.
• Load/unload shipments and record quantities received.
• Transport materials via manual handling or forklift safely.
• Ensure proper storage, traceability, and shelf-life procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1–2 years inventory experience

Tools

MAXIMO

DoD NSN system

Automated inventory system

Job description

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Warehouse/Stock Clerk to support our Deep Space Network (DSN) Operations and Maintenance O&M contract with the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and NASA in Fort Irwin, CA.

The Deep Space Network is NASA’s international array of giant radio antennas that supports interplanetary spacecraft missions, plus a few that orbit Earth. The DSN also provides radar and radio astronomy observations that improve our understanding of the solar system and the larger universe. The antennas of the Deep Space Network are the indispensable link to explorers venturing beyond the moon. They provide the crucial connection for commanding our spacecraft and receiving their never before seen images and scientific information on Earth, propelling our understanding of the universe, our solar system and ultimately, our place within it.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Material Planning/Logistics Supervisor, the Warehouse Specialist will receive, store, and distribute materials, tools, equipment, and products in support of the NASA/JPL warehouse, using equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and platform trucks. The role also conducts physical inventories and helps customers identify materials.

Receiving

• Load and unload shipments in the shipping and receiving area
• Open bales, crates, and other containers using hand tools
• Count and record quantities of materials and items received

Storage & Inventory

• Transport materials from the receiving dock to storage or other designated areas by hand, dolly, forklift, or pallet jack
• Sort and place items on racks, shelves, or bins according to established inventory procedures
• Store items by identifying information (contract number, style, size, or type) to maintain traceability, and mark identifying codes on items as needed
• Follow shelf-life and HAZMAT storage and handling procedures
• Notify the supervisor of low stock levels for regularly used materials
• Maintain the security of inventory and stored goods

Order Fulfillment & Delivery

• Read work orders, shipping orders, and requisitions to determine which items to move, gather, or distribute
• Fill requisitions, work orders, and requests for materials, tools, and other stock items
• Assemble orders from stock and mark items with identifying information
• Transport materials from storage to designated areas by hand, dolly, forklift, or pallet jack
• Pick up items from internal and external sources and deliver them to customers
• Coordinate delivery dates to ensure schedules are met

General

• Perform general clerical work
• Keep the work area clean and safe

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of 1-2 years of experience
• 1+ year of related experience which must include inventory control and customer service.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and oral instructions and procedures without direct supervision.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Must be able to be trained for DOT job specific dangerous goods shipments.
• Must be comfortable operating and using lifting equipment such as a forklift.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must possess and retain a valid California driver's license.(Real-ID required)
• Must be able to obtain a trusted background check and pass a National Criminal Information Check (NCIC). In order to obtain a clearance you need to be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with MAXIMO.
• Familiarity with DoD National Stock Numbering System.
• Familiarity with automated inventory system.

Target Salary Range

The rate / range per hour below represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

19.52-24.41

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed athttps://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.