Receiving Specialist in San Jose, California at Industrial Metal Supply Co

The Receiving Specialist will be responsible for conducting detailed dimensional and visual inspections on critical parts, assemblies, and raw materials. Receiving Inspectors must document inspection findings, produce required documentation and reports, and determine acceptance or rejection. Experience in the metal industry is preferred but not required. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong judgment, and the ability to consistently enforce compliance and safety processes.

Primary Responsibilities

Working closely with the Materials, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Quality teams, you will perform detailed inspections of incoming shipments; identify discrepancies or damage, and take appropriate action.

Verify contents against purchase orders, packing documentation, and inspection checklist.

Use basic measuring tools to validate measurement accuracy of incoming products.

Identify and document Material Non-Conformances at Receiving Inspection.

Complete, maintain, and distribute appropriate quality records and documentation.

Maintain knowledge of material and where stock and overstock locations are.

Accurately receive all items into the inventory management system, applying correct condition codes and other vital records for in the chain-of-custody.

Perform basic inventory control functions such as stocking parts, cycle counts and labeling products.

Requirements:

2 + years of senior or lead experience, overseeing stores, logistics, and inventory.

Proficient with common inspection tools (e.g., calipers, rulers, pin gauges).

4 + years’ experience with first/in-process and/or final material inspection.

4 + years’ experience working in a shipping/receiving and/or material handling department.

Strong detail orientation and understanding of safe work processes and procedures.

Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and basic data entry systems.

Experience in safely using forklifts, side loaders and other industrial equipment.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

As an IMS employee, you can expect a comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits program including the following:

• PTO: Starts accruing on your first day with the option to either use these as days off or request a vacation payout for some unused time.
• Medical: Three Anthem Plans to choose from
• Dental: Choose from Sun Life HMO or Guardian Dental PPO
• Vision: Coverage through EyeMed
• Tax Savings Accounts: HSA (for qualified plans), FSA, Limited FSA, Commuter
• 401(k) with matching through Fidelity
• Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life and AD&D, Short Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Benefit and Pharmacy Advocacy access.
• Voluntary (Employee Paid) Benefits: Life and A&D, Long Term Disability, Pet Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity

LIFE AT IMS

The Company strongly believes that the more diverse our team, the better our work will be. We are committed to equal opportunity employment and celebrate inclusion in all circumstances. As an employee, you can expect:

• A supportive, inclusive atmosphere on a team that values your contributions.
• An attractive and competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for growth and development and offerings from our HR/People Resources team and Learning and Development program.
• In-office events, lunch and learns and more.
• A generous and well-rounded benefits program featuring Vacation, Sick Leave, comprehensive medical benefits, 401k with company match, and much more.

Compensation Disclaimer: The salary range listed for this position reflects the potential earning range for the role. Starting compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will be hired at the top of the posted salary range.

1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Monday to Friday and Saturdays as needed