Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

San Luis Obispo, CA
Full Time
Mid Level

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. is seeking a full-time Material Handler to work within our project teams. ESAero is a growing aerospace company in the San Luis Obispo area and provides various services which include but are not limited to rapid system development, on-demand niche engineering, hands-on development/testing, and small UAS aerospace system manufacturing.  

**This Position is fully on-site at Empirical System’s Aerospace in San Luis Obispo, CA 

Position Overview:
The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for managing all shipping and receiving operations to support the manufacturing facility. This role ensures timely and accurate processing of shipments and deliveries while maintaining inventory control and compliance with safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee all shipping and receiving functions to support production and customer commitments.
  • Collaborate with planning and production control teams to process sales orders and coordinate timely shipments.
  • Work with purchasing to coordinate packaging sub-contractors as needed.
  • Maintain appropriate inventory levels of shipping supplies and manage reorder processes.
  • Accurately process all receiving transactions in real-time.
  • Inspect incoming freight for damage, document issues, and coordinate resolutions with carriers.
  • Maintain and update daily shipping logs and receiving reports.
  • Select appropriate freight carriers when shipping methods are not specified by customer purchase orders.
  • Perform shipping tasks, including weighing and labeling packages, preparing bills of lading, and coordinating carrier pick-ups.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • 2–4 years of experience in shipping and receiving within a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with electronics, air-ride trucking, and hazardous materials handling is preferred.
  • Proficiency with computers and inventory control systems is a plus.

Required Skills & Competencies:

  • Ability to interpret and manage sales orders and inventory data within an MRP system.
  • Knowledge of commercial electronics shipping practices and electrostatic discharge (ESD) handling.
  • Understanding of safe material handling procedures.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve shipping discrepancies.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with production teams to meet deadlines.
  • Experience training others in proper shipping and packaging practices.
  • Strong mathematical skills and keen attention to detail.

Education & Certifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Familiarity with shipping documentation and methods is essential.
  • Hazardous materials shipping certification is a plus.

Additional Requirements:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with employees and senior management.
  • Ability to analyze and follow written, oral, and diagram-based instructions.
  • Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Work is conducted in a shipping and receiving environment.

ESAero is an equal opportunity employer    

E-Verify Participation required for employment 

Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States    

Must be able to pass background check   

Hiring Range: $20–$28 per hour. (DOE)

 

 

 

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