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Job Type
Full-time
Description
L.A. Gauge Company "American Precision at Its Best"
About Us For 65 years, L.A. Gauge Company has set the standard for ultraprecision machining and optics, delivering the most reliable, complex, and mission-critical hardware for the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries. We routinely hold machining tolerances of 40 millionths of an inch and achieve optical flatness to the 20th wave.
Fueled by rapid growth, we continue to expand our operations and capabilities. We are looking for a highly motivated, hands-on Industrial Engineer to help optimize production, drive innovation, and take our performance to the next level.
Why Join Us? - Work at the cutting edge of precision manufacturing and materials science
- Drive impact in industries where quality and reliability are mission-critical
- Being part of a high-growth environment with opportunities for personal and professional development
- Join a culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
About the Role L.A. Gauge Company is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Coordinator to ensure products are packaged, documented, and shipped accurately and on time. This role is responsible for coordinating shipping supplies, carriers, and documentation while working closely with production control, quality, and warehouse teams. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in shipping operations within a manufacturing environment.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities • Maintain inventory of shipping supplies and request materials as needed.
• Schedule box building for shipments, tooling, or raw materials.
• Coordinate with quality inspection to ensure parts are identified, labeled, and stamped correctly.
• Work with the production control shipping commitment list to prepare and present shippable parts to customers.
• Coordinate with the warehouse Production Control Manager to select appropriate carriers and ensure accurate logistics.
• Stock all unshipped finished goods and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Conduct special inventories as requested by production control.
• Coordinate with raw materials and tooling departments to return or ship customer-owned items.
• Plan and organize the flow of shipments to ensure on-time delivery.
• Complete all required shipping documentation accurately and on time.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and carriers to resolve shipping or receiving issues.
• Perform additional duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications • 2-5 years of shipping and receiving experience (aerospace manufacturing preferred).
• Knowledge of customer packaging requirements
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with quality, production control, and warehouse teams.
• Must be able to lift and/or push up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to squat, kneel, and step up and down on a regular basis.
What We Offer • Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401k Profit Share and Cash Balance Plan
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Generous Time Off
o Two Weeks PTO
o 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Appreciation Events
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Salary Description
$23 - $27
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Full time,