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Shipping & Receiving Supervisor

Karman Space & Defense
South El Monte, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2026
SUMMARYWithout the strength of our Shipping and Receiving team, we would not be able to offer the industry-leading service we’re known for. We’re seeking an experienced Shipping and Receiving Supervisor Professional. The ideal candidate will have proven industry experience as a Shipping and Receiving Supervisor. As a strong communicator and skilled hands-on Shipping and Receiving Supervisor, you will create, implement, and direct the Organization’s procedures and policies in support of the Quality Policy and Customer satisfaction. Supervise the scheduling and production of shipping and receiving to meet or exceed the company’s quality standards. Efficiently manage personnel, equipment, and resources to support first time quality and on time delivery. Support continuous improvement efforts by providing the required training and leadership. The S&R Supervisor must be able to explain the respective role within the QMS and how their role contributes to quality2w3 The S&R Supervisor shall contribute to product conformity as apart to their daily job function and shall contribute to product safety. The S&R Supervisor shall also be aware of ethical behavior and conduct themselves accordingly to Karman policies and procedures.ABOUT USKARMAN SPACE & DEFENSE: Karman is the market leading suppliers of metallic and composite flight hardware and sub-assemblies for the space, missile, and hypersonic markets. Karman offers an unprecedented capability set to customers, creating a supply chain solution in a historically fragmented supply base. The Karman team draws on in-house expertise in engineering & design, precision machining, large part forming, welding, heat age, finishing, assembly, ablative & insulative composites, and other capabilities to serve as a strategic partner to customers. Karman is headquartered in greater Los Angeles and currently has 5 locations in Southern California, 1 location in Mukilteo, Washington and 1 location in Wilsonville, Oregon. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Medical, Dental, VisionCompany Paid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement Savings PlanPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysTuition Reimbursement*DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain and Realize AS 9100 procedures and continuous improvement efforts.  Maintain a clean and organized work environment.  Responsible for receiving and verifying that material is damage free and counts are correct.  Responsible for verifying that the materials being received meet the requirements of Karman’s Purchase Orders and contain all the required supplier documentation.Responsible for forwarding receivables to stock or Quality as required.  Responsible for ordering packaging materials for the shipment of product.  Responsible for packaging product for shipping.  Responsible for coordinating shipments with trucking companies or Customer requirements.  Responsible for directing Karman’s truck driver for delivery and or pick up of materials.  Must understand how customer products are impacted in the event of failure.  Any other duties as assigned.  KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:  Must be detail oriented, extremely organized, posses excellent communication skills and be able to interact with Customers, Suppliers, Management and staff.  Must have excellent packaging skills.  Must be able to fill out shipping documents.  Must be able to lift 25 lbs  Must have direct communication with internal customers.  Must be trained of applicable changes & customer requirements.  Must know the QMS basic system of reporting, record keeping and follow instructions  EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:  Four (4) year degree or equivalent in work experience.  Adequate years of shipping and receiving experience determined by Karman.Thorough understanding of packaging and shipping practices  ITAR REQUIREMENTS:To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must 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. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Constant standing/walking/sitting for at least 8 hours.     Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, or carrying up to 50 lbs, minimum 35 lbs.     Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.   Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less. Corrective lenses may be worn to fulfill requirements.    Prolonged periods of repetitive movement are required.    Constant holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand(s).   Occasional extending of arms to reach overhead, at shoulder level and below shoulder level.  WORK ENVIRONMENT:   This position operates in a warehouse/shop/manufacturing environment.   TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:   No travel is 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.1

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