Shipping & Receiving Clerk
We are looking for a Shipping & Receiving Clerk for our Huntersville, NC facility. In this role you will be responsible for the accurate and efficient handling of inbound and outbound materials, with a focus on traceability, cleanliness, and compliance with quality standards. Reporting to the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor, the clerk ensures all inventory movements are properly recorded in SAP and supports the overall production flow.
We offer:
Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!
The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:
- Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
- Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
- Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals.
- Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
- Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
- 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
- 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
- Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work every day!
Your Responsibilities:
- Receive inbound shipments of raw materials, powders, components, and supplies, verifying quantities and condition against packing slips and purchase orders.
- Perform visual inspections of incoming materials for damage, contamination, or discrepancies.
- Ensure all receiving and shipping documentation is accurately recorded and maintained in SAP.
- Pick, pack, and ship finished parts and materials according to customer and internal specifications, including proper labeling, protective packaging, and traceability documentation.
- Coordinate with carriers for daily pickups and ensure outbound shipments meet deadlines.
- Assist with inventory control tasks, including cycle counts and consumables
- Follow all material handling protocols, including those specific to additive manufacturing environments (e.g., powder handling procedures, ESD precautions, clean zone practices).
- Maintain a clean and organized shipping and receiving area; support 5S initiatives.
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment safely as needed.
- Communicate with the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor and cross-functional teams to resolve material or shipment issues quickly and accurately.
Your Profile:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- In compliance with U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), candidates must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
- 1–2 years of experience in shipping/receiving or warehouse operations; experience in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency or willingness to learn SAP ERP system for inventory and logistics transactions.
- Forklift certification or willingness to become certified.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and sense of urgency.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet throughout the day.
- Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to follow written work instructions.
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About us
Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high‑performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head‑quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with approximately 9,500 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2024.
Equal Opportunity Employment
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