Shipping & Receiving Lead - 1st Shift

Howmet Aerospace•Fullerton, CA

About The Position

The Shipping & Receiving Lead drives logistics execution through structured planning, project-focused coordination, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment. The role leads shipping, receiving, and material-flow projects supporting production programs involving aerospace fittings, bar stock, forgings, and other critical components. It ensures accuracy, compliance with aerospace AS9100 quality standards and safety regulations, and on-time delivery while supporting team productivity and cross-department coordination. The Lead supports the Logistics Supervisor in daily department operations and leads logistics operations as projects with defined goals, timelines, and measurable outcomes. The role may serve as project lead during the supervisor’s absence, directing daily priorities and coordinating with other teams. It also provides coaching, training, and hands-on support to logistics personnel, and maintains accurate documentation, packaging quality, certifications, and compliance deliverables. The position plans and executes shipments, oversees receiving and inventory-control workflows, and improves staging, storage, and material flow. It coordinates with Production Planning, Quality Assurance, Procurement, and Manufacturing to address material shortages and keep production on schedule. The role also promotes safe handling practices and maintains audit-ready work environments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of logistics, shipping, or receiving experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with raw materials such as bar stock, forgings, and metal components.
Strong understanding of material traceability and documentation control.
Proficiency in ERP/MRP inventory systems and traceability workflows.
Strong organization, communication, and project-coordination skills.
Forklift and material-handling equipment experience.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and material handling.
Ability to work in warehouse and manufacturing floor environments.

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership or team-lead experience.
Aerospace or regulated-industry background.
Knowledge of AS9100 quality systems.
Experience with international shipping and export compliance.
Hazmat shipping familiarity.
Lean/5S project experience.

Responsibilities

Support the Logistics Supervisor with daily operations within the Logistics/Warehouse department.
Lead daily logistics operations as structured projects with defined goals, timelines, and measurable outcomes.
Manage shipping, receiving, inventory, and material-flow initiatives to improve delivery performance and reduce bottlenecks.
Serve as project lead during the supervisor’s absence, ensuring continuity of workflow and cross-team alignment.
Assign tasks, direct daily priorities, and monitor progress to ensure throughput and productivity goals are met.
Provide coaching, training, and hands-on support to logistics personnel.
Maintain accountability for document accuracy, packaging quality, certifications, and compliance deliverables.
Plan, schedule, and execute outbound shipments to customers, processors, and suppliers.
Validate pick lists, packing slips, certifications, and bills of lading for completeness and accuracy.
Ensure proper material packaging, labeling, and export compliance where required.
Oversee receiving workflows for raw materials such as bar stock, forgings, hardware, and aerospace components.
Verify materials against purchase orders and documentation.
Coordinate receiving inspection projects with the Quality team to maintain traceability and standards compliance.
Execute inventory-control projects, including cycle counts, audits, FIFO rotation, and ERP/MRP transaction accuracy.
Improve staging, storage, and material-flow efficiency through 5S and lean-focused initiatives.
Manage traceability, lot control, and chain-of-custody documentation to support AS9100 and NADCAP requirements.
Partner with Production Planning, Quality Assurance, Procurement, and Manufacturing to resolve material shortages, prevent delays, and keep production projects on schedule.
Communicate risks proactively and escalate issues impacting delivery commitments.
Lead safety-focused initiatives and ensure adherence to handling procedures, forklift operation standards, and audit-ready work environments.
Support hazardous-material handling requirements where applicable.