Shipping & Inventory Clerk in Trinity, Florida at Gooch & Housego Florida

SHIPPING & INVENTORY CLERK

Tampa, FL

ABOUT US
Join a Global Photonics Leader – Engineering Solutions from the Deep Ocean to Outer Space!

G&H is a global leader in photonics technology, designing and manufacturing advanced optical components, systems and precision technologies that enable innovation across aerospace, defense, life sciences, industrial, semiconductor and communications markets. Our U.S. operations support customers through a network of manufacturing and engineering facilities focused on delivering high-performance photonics solutions where precision, quality and reliability are critical.

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Shipping & Inventory Clerk is responsible for accurate receipt, storage, handling, packaging, and shipment of materials and finished products. This position ensures inventory accuracy, supports production through timely material movement, and prepares domestic and international shipments in compliance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining safe and efficient warehouse operations.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
Key Responsibilities

Receiving & Inventory Control

• Receive incoming materials, verify quantities against purchase orders and packing slips, and inspect shipments for damage or discrepancies.
• Accurately process inventory transactions within the ERP system and maintain inventory accuracy using FIFO and established inventory control practices.
• Support cycle counts, annual physical inventories, and timely movement of materials between warehouse and production.

Shipping & Logistics

• Pick, package, stage, and prepare domestic and international customer orders for shipment while ensuring accuracy and product protection.
• Prepare shipping documentation including packing lists, bills of lading, commercial invoices, and other required shipping/export documents.
• Coordinate shipments using UPS, FedEx, DHL, freight carriers, and customer-designated logistics providers.

Warehouse Operations & Safety

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment following 5S principles.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment in accordance with company procedures.
• Support material handling activities that ensure production receives materials on time and finished goods are properly stored or shipped.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Follow company quality procedures and applicable ISO, ITAR, and export compliance requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance warehouse efficiency, inventory accuracy, and shipping performance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of shipping, warehouse, logistics, inventory control, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience using an ERP or inventory management system (Syspro experience preferred).
• Working knowledge of domestic and international shipping procedures and documentation.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately process inventory transactions and shipping documentation.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a manufacturing team.
• Forklift certification or the ability to become certified; experience in an ISO, aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to safely perform the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and regularly lifting and moving materials up to 50 pounds while working in a warehouse/manufacturing environment and following all required safety procedures.

G&H BENEFITS INCLUDE

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities

If you’re ready to make a real impact in a world-class photonics environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Notes: This job description is not intended to be exhaustive in every respect, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities and dimensions for the role. Therefore, this job description does not describe any individual role holder. In addition to the contents of this job description, employees are expected to undertake all other reasonable and related tasks allocated by their line manager.

The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the grounds of gender, race, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national laws under which the Company operates.

Please note that this position will involve having access to items and technical data that may be controlled under U.S. export laws and regulations ("U.S. Export Control Laws"), including but not limited to the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR") and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR"). To comply with the U.S. Export Control Laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within G&H that may present access to export-controlled technical data, G&H must assess whether candidates are "U.S. persons" as defined under the EAR (15 C.F.R. Part 772) and the ITAR (22 C.F.R. § 120.15). Certain questions asked during the application process are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this position.