Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Job Summary

The Shipping & Receiving Clerk is responsible to receive parts and to package and ship products to customer through good packaging practices to meet customer requirements. Must have strong computer skills, ability to do basic math, use scales and calculators. They must have a valid driver's license and must be able to operate a forklift.

Essential Functions:

• Receives parts into warehouse from suppliers; verifies the quantity and quality of items.
• Pack and ship products to customer in accordance with company policy and standard package practices.
• Ensure all documents are received and generate paperwork to submit parts to inspection or other departments as required.
• Maintains database of shipment data.
• Assists with shipping of East/West trade shows.
• May be required to drive company van to pick up parts or deliver to service suppliers.
• Promotes good housekeeping, company values, policies, and standards of conduct.
• Ensure safety objectives are met through consistent implementation of established policies and procedures.
• Informs management of in-transit damage.
• Performs other clerical duties.

Qualifications/Minimum requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak in English proficiently.
• High School Diploma, GED or relevant vocational training preferred.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Experience working in a manufacturing warehouse preferred.
• 1-2 years' experience working Shipping & Receiving experience preferred.
• Knowledge of warehouse procedures, standards, and practices a plus.
• Ability to operate warehouse machinery such as forklifts, pallet jack, or hand truck required.
• Strong computer skills and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Knowledge of various data entry and inventory software programs preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to traverse warehouse and access a variety of storage spaces and shelving units by stretching, squatting, and reaching.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand/Walk - Majority of the shift
• Push/Pull - Frequently

East/West offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision,
• Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability
• Aflac Voluntary benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital, STD)
• PTO (3 weeks accrued first year!)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with matching
• Pet Insurance
• 9/80 work schedule (Every other Friday off)

Job Title: Shipping & Receiving Clerk

FLSA Classification: Hourly Nonexempt

Job Type: Full time

EOE/Disability/Veteran

EAST/WEST INDUSTRIES INC. is a woman-owned small business located in Ronkonkoma, NY. We are a world leader in the development and production of aircraft seats and life support systems for high-performance military aircraft, and ground support equipment for servicing such aircraft.