Material Controls Associate / Shipping and Recieving Clerk

Ascent Aerospace•Santa Ana, CA

1d•$20 - $26

About The Position

The Material Controls Associate and Shipping and Receiving Clerk manages the receipt, storage, and movement of materials within a facility. The role verifies quantities, enters data into inventory systems, and ensures materials are safely stored and handled. It also prepares materials for shipment, maintains records, and participates in physical inventory counts. The position supports inventory control and audits, monthly inventory closeouts, receiving documentation, and loading and unloading shipments. It includes inspecting and verifying incoming materials against purchase orders and packing slips, managing goods moving into and out of the facility, and preparing, packaging, and shipping outgoing orders. The associate may operate a forklift, pallet jack, or other material-handling equipment and perform additional duties assigned by management. The role has no supervisory responsibility. Occasional local travel, travel between site locations during the workday, and occasional weekend work may be required to meet business needs. Work involves computer workstation use and regular access to the manufacturing floor, where safety eyewear is required and safety shoes are recommended. Employment is contingent on passing reference and criminal background checks and drug screening. The position involves ITAR-controlled information and requires applicants to meet the U.S.-person requirements stated in the posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in a tool crib, warehouse, inventory control, or related environment.
Mechanical aptitude and understanding of loading and unloading procedures.
Familiarity with Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with management to support operational performance.
Proactive mindset, ability to anticipate needs, and ability to complete tasks independently.
Must meet Export Control requirements and qualify as a U.S. person under the applicable ITAR requirements.
Ability to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to see, hear, speak, touch, and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to walk frequently and stand for short periods.
Ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Visual ability including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Nice To Haves

Forklift and crane operation skills.
Safety training or certifications.

Responsibilities

Maintain inventory and support internal and external audits.
Complete monthly inventory closeouts and receiving documentation.
Assist with loading and unloading incoming shipments.
Receive, verify, and store incoming materials while maintaining accurate inventory levels.
Manage the flow of goods into and out of the facility.
Prepare, package, and ship outgoing orders.
Operate a forklift, pallet jack, or other material-handling equipment.
Inspect incoming materials for damage or discrepancies.
Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing slips.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.