Shipping and Receiving Technician

We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers. Customers include not only the world’s major vehicle providers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), but also clients from the international motor sports community.

We are hiring  a Shipping and Receiving Technician to work in Allen Park, MI. 

This is a position for thosewith some knowledge and experience in automotive, either on the job or as a hobby.  We are looking for someone with a passion for automotive and an enthusiasm to learn automotive testing from a leader in the industry.  We offer full benefits and and unlimited opportunity to build your career. 

Description:

• Coordinate all incoming and outgoing materials through shipping dock.
• Organize parts pre- and post-test with-in the test lab. (using hilo or pallet jacks)
• Coordinate with engineers, customers, other material coordinators and lab personal to determine what happens post-test to parts (ship, scrap, store, etc)
• Daily interaction with engineers, technicians, dock personnel, and management to support daily operations
• Write shippers for outgoing parts, as well as tag and organize parts for shipping
• Maintain safe working area and follow all lab safety rules & guidelines.
• Maintain shipping records for off-site storage

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND /OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma
• Must have valid state drivers’ license
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload on a daily basis (incoming and outgoing)
• Ability to work with others and take directions
• Good computer skills a must including Microsoft Office suite
• Experience shipping hazardous materials a plus (not required)
• Experience on fork truck (walk behind and sit down)
• Good verbal and written communication skills a must
• Good records keeping
• Ability to use tools and work with your hands
• Show a willingness to work safely under pressure (safe pace)
• Be able to work alone or as part of a team.

Essential Functions:

Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position

• Lifting: Lifting of fixtures and test parts up to 50 lbs.  60%

• Climbing: Climbing step ladders 10%

• Crawling: Crawling in and out of vehicles 10%

• Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Safety glasses, hearing protection on sites, safety shoes, 100%

• Unusual physical requirements: Manual handling of Powered Material Handling Vehicle (PMHV), 75%

• High noise level: Audiograms required (TWA over 85 dB), High Noise level from pneumatic tools 10%

• Other: Operation of overhead cranes, vehicle hoists, performing LOTO, operation a walk behind PMHV and Hi Lo, 60%. Sitting (75%), Standing (50%), Bending (25%), stooping (25%). Job requires manual labor

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Description of Work Environment

• Inside?  Outside?: Work performed is Inside 80% Outside 20%

• Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: NA

• Hazardous conditions - What are they?: NA

• Travel/transportation requirements: NA

• Other: Must pass PMHV licensing

 

Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks

• Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Office equipment used desktop computers and printers 60%

• Tools used in trade - which ones?: Hand tools  40%

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Criticality of Attendance

• Overtime, regular days, off days: Typical work schedule is Monday through Friday with possible overtime

• Shift, 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Days (7:00AM – 3:30PM). Shift assignment is subject to change so candidate must be flexible with available work hours. Possibility of moving to an afternoon shift for several months at a time.

• Necessity for regular attendance: Critical

• Urgency for punctuality: Critical

• Work hours are normally 8 hours per day and 5 days per week, Monday-Friday. Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary. Must have flexibility of work days to cover weekend testing requirements.

 

Other Essential Functions

• Must have a valid state drivers’ license.
• Must complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, PHMV exam, and background check.
• Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers. Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to self or others. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner. Dependable personal transportation to work site is required.

       

Compensation Details:

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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

10/08/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

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