AMI Aviation Service is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Receiving Clerk to join our team. The ideal candidate will have some experience or familiarity with aviation, aerospace, or manufacturing environments and a basic understanding of receiving, inventory control, and material handling procedures.
This is an entry-level position suited for an individual who is organized, dependable, eager to learn, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, traceability, and compliance with quality standards are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, inspect, and verify incoming aviation parts, components, raw materials, and supplies against purchase orders, packing slips, and shipping documentation.
- Perform basic visual inspections of incoming materials to identify damage, discrepancies, or missing items.
- Verify part numbers, quantities, serial numbers, and other identifying information for accuracy.
- Review and organize receiving documentation, including Certificates of Conformity (COC), material certifications, and other applicable traceability records.
- Enter receiving information accurately into the company's inventory management system.
- Properly label, identify, and organize received materials according to company procedures.
- Assist with inventory management, stock organization, and material movement.
- Identify and report damaged, incorrect, or nonconforming materials to the appropriate department.
- Coordinate with Purchasing, Quality Control, and Warehouse personnel to resolve receiving discrepancies.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe receiving and storage area.
- Follow company procedures, quality requirements, and applicable aviation industry standards.
- Support cycle counts, inventory audits, and other warehouse activities as needed.
Qualifications & Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Previous experience or exposure to aviation, aerospace, manufacturing, or industrial environments preferred.
- Entry-level candidates with relevant industry knowledge or training are encouraged to apply.
- Basic understanding of receiving, shipping, warehousing, or inventory procedures.
- Familiarity with aviation parts, part numbers, and material traceability is a plus.
- Ability to read and understand purchase orders, packing slips, and basic technical documentation.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and data entry.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to follow written instructions and established procedures.
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with other departments.
- Dependable, punctual, and willing to learn.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Experience
- 6 months to 1 year of experience in receiving, inventory, warehouse operations, aviation, or manufacturing preferred but not required.
- Familiarity with aerospace quality systems such as AS9100 or AS9120 is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of aviation documentation, material certifications, and traceability requirements.
- Previous experience using ERP or inventory management software.
- Understanding of proper material handling, identification, and storage practices.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 40–50 lbs, with appropriate assistance or equipment when needed.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.