Shipping/Receiving Clerk

About Us

Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. With 13 locations across North America, our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart. Since 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality, reliable, safe, and efficient products and services. Our team of experts stays ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Shipping and Receiving Clerk responsible for verifying and keeping records on outgoing shipments and preparing items for shipment. The role involves comparing identifying information, counting, weighing, or measuring items of outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.

Responsibilities

• Reference customer specifications and QAPs in performance of job duties.
• Move parts from production tables to shipping tables.
• Read work orders and verify proper count and buy-offs.
• Examine parts for defects.
• Use a computer to set up part mark information per specifications.
• Operate a video jet ink computer printer to perform part-mark functions.
• Package/bundle parts per customer and Sonaca North America Quality specifications.
• Move packaged/bundled parts from the part mark area to the source area.
• Build cardboard boxes for packaging of parts.
• Load packaged/bundled parts into wooden crates.
• Operate vehicles to transport parts to/from local customers.
• Operate saws and hammers (including air hammers) to build wooden crates for parts.
• Operate a forklift for movement of wooden crates to/from shipping and trucks/docks.
• Actively participate in team meetings and continuous improvement projects.
• Meet production/quality requirements.
• Serve on cross-functional work teams.
• Cross-train and/or assist in other work areas to meet fluctuating work demands.
• Determine method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
• Affix shipping labels on packed cartons per customer specifications.
• Assemble wooden or cardboard containers or select preassembled containers.
• Insert items into containers, using spacers, fillers, and protective padding.
• Examine outgoing shipments to ensure they meet specifications.

Requirements

• High school diploma or high school equivalency preferred. Candidates without a diploma or equivalency will be required to take a pre-employment assessment.
• 1+ years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified is preferred.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Self-motivated individual.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to identify problems and execute solutions.
• Understand and abide by all confidentiality regulations within the company.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Windows.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Exposure to noise levels ranging from quiet to extremely loud.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the manufacturing floor, including but not limited to eye, ear, and foot protection.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10-50 pounds.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution.
• Competitive wages.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance.
• Short-term disability.
• Long-term disability.
• Employee assistance plan for access to counseling, consulting, and other community resources.
• Wellness program.
• Tuition assistance.

Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions.