Parts Receiving Clerk/ Warehouse Associate

Position Overview

Responsible for receiving, checking, counting, and stocking parts and materials received from vendors. This role verifies shipment contents against packing slips and purchase orders to ensure accuracy and maintain proper inventory levels.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervision. A valid Washington State driver’s license with a clean driving record (insurable) is required, as occasional driving may be necessary.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $22–$28 per hour DOE
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Unload and unpack incoming shipments, prioritizing all air freight packages.
• Verify incoming parts and materials against purchase orders and packing slips for accuracy and shortages.
• Inspect parts for visible damage or defects.
• Record quantities received and document receipts appropriately.
• Distribute received items to the appropriate departments or personnel based on purchase order routing.
• Repackage designated parts for private labeling and apply barcode labels as required.
• Stock inventory daily in designated warehouse bin locations.
• Set up storage locations for new inventory items and update inventory location records in the system.
• Investigate and report receiving discrepancies or errors and complete discrepancy reports for buyer/vendor resolution.
• Report inventory discrepancies to the Materials Manager for review.
• Safely operate forklifts, hoists, and other warehouse equipment as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to accurately read and distinguish part numbers.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and hoists.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and understand procedures, instructions, and related documents.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective interpersonal skills and professional attitude.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 12 months of parts receiving or warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift experience or certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, talk, and hear throughout the workday. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items weighing up to 70 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in a warehouse environment with occasional outdoor exposure. Employees regularly use standard office equipment, including computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets, as well as warehouse equipment such as hand trucks, box cutters, forklifts, and tape dispensers.

Additional Requirements

• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform all duties safely and respectfully with regard to coworkers, company property, and personal safety.
• Work collaboratively with team members to support productivity and operational goals.
• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.

Northern Lights, Inc. is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment physical examinations and drug screenings are required. As a Department of Transportation (DOT)-regulated employer, random drug testing may also be conducted in accordance with applicable regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northern Lights, Inc. and its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM