Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Allen Control Systems•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Allen Control Systems (ACS) is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Shipping & Receiving Associate to support daily operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for receiving incoming materials, preparing outbound shipments, organizing warehouse inventory, and ensuring production teams have the parts and materials they need to operate efficiently. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and thrives in a hands-on environment where accuracy, teamwork, and adaptability are essential to success. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment and play a vital part in delivering state-of-the-art technology to the DoD.

Requirements

Skill in both verbal and written communication
Prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
Work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
Self‐motivated, proactive and an effective team player
Interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
Ability to safely lift, move, and transport materials as needed throughout the facility

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a stockroom, retail inventory, or warehouse setting is a plus, but not required.
A background in a fast-paced environment where you had to track parts or supplies is ideal
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Knowledge of defense industry regulations and compliance standards is a plus
You are proactive and resourceful, you don’t wait for permission to solve problems.
You are detail-oriented, but can zoom out and think strategically about systems and scalability.
You have a hospitality mindset, you anticipate others’ needs and take pride in creating a welcoming and effective workspace.
You thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, and you’re energized by building things from scratch.
You’re excited to support a team of engineers and remove obstacles so they can focus on building.

Responsibilities

Receive incoming shipments, inspect packages for accuracy and damage, and ensure materials are properly labeled, documented, and stored.
Prepare outgoing shipments and coordinate carrier pickups to support on-time deliveries.
Prepare and stage “kits” for the production team by gathering all required parts and hardware listed on manufacturing orders, ensuring assembly teams have everything needed to begin work immediately.
Organize and maintain warehouse areas to ensure efficient material flow, accurate storage locations, and clean, safe workspaces.
Pick, pack, and prepare parts, assemblies, and materials for internal production use or external shipment while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.
Work closely with procurement, production, and logistics teams to coordinate incoming deliveries, outbound shipments, and material movement throughout the facility.
Maintain accurate shipping and receiving records, including packing slips, shipment tracking information, delivery confirmations, and material transactions within company systems.
Identify opportunities to improve shipping, receiving, material handling, and warehouse organization processes to increase efficiency and reduce delays.
Follow all company safety procedures, handling requirements, and security protocols for sensitive materials and equipment. Ensure shipping and receiving activities remain compliant with internal standards and applicable regulations.
Communicate shipment issues, material shortages, receiving discrepancies, or delivery concerns to the appropriate teams in a timely manner.