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• Huntington Beach
  
  

Summary

Although officially classified under the job title Receiving Clerk, this position includes driving and delivery responsibilities in addition to standard receiving and warehouse tasks. The individual in this dual-role position is responsible for the accurate receipt, inspection, and documentation of incoming materials, as well as the safe and timely transport of goods between company facilities, vendors, and customers.

About Us

Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement*
  
  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None
  
  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

RECEIVING DUTIES

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Check deliveries for damage or discrepancies and report issues promptly.
• Accurately document received materials in the inventory management system (e.g., ERP).
• Label, sort, and store incoming materials in designated warehouse locations.
• Load and unload material deliveries, routing materials to the correct locations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the receiving area and warehouse.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Inventory teams to ensure compliance and traceability.
• Assist with monthly inventory counts.
  
  

DRIVING & DELIVERY DUTIES

• Safely operate company vehicles to transport parts, materials, and equipment between facilities, suppliers, and customers.
• Load and unload cargo while ensuring proper handling of aerospace components.
• Follow scheduled delivery routes and maintain timely pickups and drop-offs.
• Analyze delivery addresses, determine appropriate routes, and maintain the delivery schedule.
• Ensure all shipping/delivery paperwork is accurate and properly completed.
• Obtain customer/vendor signatures when required.
• Practice safe driving habits and comply with local and state driving laws and regulations.
• Perform vehicle inspections before and after trips.
• Report mechanical issues or vehicle safety concerns to the Maintenance department.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and organization.
  
  

Note

While certain employees may be assigned as the primary driver to lead delivery operations, all individuals in this role are expected to perform both receiving and driving duties as required to support the team and business needs.

Other Duties

• Notify supervisor of any delivery or receiving issues or discrepancies.
• Allocate returned products to proper locations.
• Assist in general warehouse duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations
• Basic math and recording abilities
• Great communication and interpersonal abilities
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (green card holder) or other status as a U.S. Person)
• Ability to read, speak, and write in English
  
  

Education & Experience

• High school diploma
• Valid driver’s license required with a clean motor vehicle record (minor violations may be considered).
• Minimum 1 year of experience in shipping/receiving, warehouse, or driving roles preferred.
• Experience with ERP/inventory systems preferred.
• Forklift certification or experience (on-site certification available).
• Familiarity with delivery navigation tools and route planning.
  
  

Itar Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, certain positions may require applicants to be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
  
  

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: No travel required for this position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.

M-F 8am-4:30pm