Receiving Clerk

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.