Warehouse Associate

Company Overview
Latecoere is a global leader in aerospace manufacturing, serving top OEMs. The company specializes in aerostructures and interconnection systems, delivering innovative solutions for a sustainable aerospace industry across commercial, defense, and space segments.

Position Summary
The Warehouse Associate is responsible for receiving, storing, inventorying, and shipping materials and products. This position prepares customer orders for shipment utilizing carrier platforms such as FedEx, UPS, USPS, and DHL and may occasionally assist with direct customer deliveries. The Warehouse Associate supports warehouse operations by maintaining inventory accuracy, processing returns, and assisting manufacturing and procurement teams as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive, unpack, inspect, and store incoming materials and supplies.
• Verify the accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments against shipping records, purchase orders, and customer orders.
• Document damaged materials, shortages, and shipment discrepancies for reconciliation and reimbursement.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through proper storage, recordkeeping, and inventory transactions.
• Prepare shipping orders and work orders for fulfillment.
• Package and process outbound shipments using FedEx, UPS, USPS, DHL, and other carrier systems.
• Review returned materials, coordinate return packaging for customers, and restock approved items into inventory.
• Assist with preparing manufacturing kits and production packs for procurement and assembly personnel.
• Adhere to Latecoere Interconnection Systems quality standards and quality assurance procedures.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, or a related field.
• Experience using shipping software and carrier websites preferred.
• Intermediate computer skills (including Microsoft Excel and Outlook) and ability to accurately maintain records.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Equivalent foreign education may be substituted.

Competencies

Flexibility
Demonstrates the ability to adapt effectively to changing priorities, processes, and work environments. Works cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and adjusts approaches as business needs evolve.

Attention to Detail and Organization

Maintains accurate records, follows established procedures, and consistently monitors work to ensure completeness and accuracy.

Initiative

Identifies problems and opportunities proactively and takes appropriate action with minimal supervision.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Work is performed primarily in a warehouse environment adjacent to the manufacturing floor.
• Moderate noise levels are typical.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and sit for extended periods as needed.
• Regular use of computers and warehouse equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds independently.
• Items weighing 26 pounds or more require a team lift or appropriate assistance.
• Ability to reach, stretch, and handle materials stored at varying heights.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an aerospace, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
• Familiarity with inventory management, Excel, and ERP systems.
• Basic understanding of shipping documentation and logistics processes.

Hourly range: $20.00 - $21.00
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time
Supervisory Responsibility: Non-Supervisory
Department: Warehouse
Location: Los Alamitos, CA

Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Warehouse: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (Required)

Work Location: In person