Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Trust Automation

Trust Automation has over 30 years of experience in custom motors, linear drives, digital drives, and systems which meet the unique needs of its customers. Its product line includes motors, linear drives, digital drives, custom assemblies, and products to fit unique applications and ground-up system design and manufacturing solutions. We design, build and support control and power management systems for the most demanding defense, semiconductor, industrial automation, and medical applications.

Trust Automation is an equal opportunity employer and committed to attracting, hiring, developing, and retaining a skilled, productive, and diverse workforce, personnel with competencies and experience related to the regional and State population. Every employee has an “at-will” relationship with Trust Automation. This means that employment with Trust Automation is at the mutual consent of the employer and the employee and is subject to termination by either party at will, with or without cause or advance notice.

Job Summary

This position is a critical component of materials control as it relates to meeting company standards of quality and on time delivery.  This function is primarily responsible for coordinating accurate, timely shipments and receipts of materials to and from Trust Automation, while maintaining clear communication and high level of customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.

Recording and Processing Inbound/Outbound Shipments: (Shipping & Receiving)

• Process receipt of purchase orders (PO) and packing slips (PS) using the computerized ERP system
• Ensures specifications, quantity, and quality of orders match PO or PS requirements
• Conducts initial product quality inspection; routes material to inspection area as required
• Determines best shipping method based on customer needs to include speed, carrier, and any HAZMAT, FRAGILE, or insurance requirements
• Prepares items for shipment according to packaging instructions, industry best practices, or carrier requirements
• Arranges carrier pick-up and drop-off
• Coordinate inbound/outbound shipping for both domestic/international with a variety of transportation companies and carriers, when required.
• Use shipping portal software to track, check, prioritize and route orders.
• Manage all documents such as packing slips, bills of lading (BOL), certificates of conformance, return label creation and compliance documentation.
• Recommended to obtain and maintain DOT HazMat, IATA and Lithium-Ion Battery certifications

Maintaining Inventory (Finished Goods/Supplies)

• Pack/unpack and route materials to appropriate departments, stock locations or shipping
• Pull parts from stock and verify accuracy to fulfill packing slip requirements
• Assist with periodic and annual cycle counts
• Maintain accurate stock levels at all times; notify management if adjustments are required

Customer Service

• Proactively monitor inbound report for incoming materials
• Work to provide answers regarding the movement or content of orders, including troubleshooting to resolve discrepancies; coordinates closely with buyers, management, and sales to ensure satisfaction
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while adapting to frequent changes

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Associates degree or higher or 5 years of relevant work experience, preferred
• Strong organizational skills with a strong attention to detail
• Experience with computer software, data entry
• Forklift experience- certification can be obtained upon hiring
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while adapting to frequent changes
• This position may be asked to drive for company purposes during the course of employment. If asked and agreed upon, employees must possess a valid California Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• May participate in the identity verification process to access secure client or government portals by authorizing certified supplier or customer management platforms to obtain information from your personal credit profile or other information, solely to verify your identity. 

Physical Requirements

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person, on the telephone or virtually.
• Dexterity of hands, fingers, and wrist to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, or assemble/manufacture intricate items.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials.
• Sitting or standing for extended period of time.
• Physical agility to lift 50 pounds to shoulder height. Any items that weigh more than 50 pounds will require to or more people or a lifting device to move.
• Physical agility to lift, carry, push, or pull objects.

Pay Scale / Salary Information

$24.90 - $29.00 Per Hour