Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Job Location: West Hills, CA
Job Duration: 3+ Months with possible extension.
Shift: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 AM
 
Pay Rate: $17.18/hr. on W2
 
Position Summary:
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and reliable individual to join our team as a Materials Handler. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the accurate and efficient shipping, receiving, and routing of materials within and outside the Business Unit (BU). You’ll play a key part in maintaining inventory accuracy, ensuring timely deliveries, and supporting daily warehouse operations.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Receive, inspect, verify, and process incoming materials, entering all receipts into the Materials Management system.
• Route materials to the appropriate on-site and off-site (remote) locations.
• Notify the Warehouse Manager of any discrepancies between received items and shipping documents.
• Prepare and document all outbound shipments accurately.
• Manage returned goods in accordance with company SOPs.
• Deliver stock to designated staging areas for each department.
• Store and rotate materials based on receipt and expiration dates to ensure proper stock use.
• Identify and report any short-dated materials (less than 30 days of shelf life).
• Assist with cycle counts, full physical inventories, and record storage/retrieval.
• Support order entry, picking, packing, and delivery as needed.
• Assist with handling internal and external mail distribution.
• Follow all company policies and safety regulations (OSHA, CLIA, etc.).
• Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

 
Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

 
Experience:

• At least 6 months of previous materials management, warehouse, or shipping/receiving experience.
• Data entry experience preferred.

 
Skills & Abilities:

• Basic math and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and recordkeeping abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) or equivalent programs.
• Able to operate computers, printers, and barcode scanners.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.) preferred.