Job Description
The Shipping/Receiving Clerk supports logistics operations by managing the receipt, inspection, storage, and shipment of materials and equipment. This role ensures compliance with Navy logistics procedures and supports mission readiness through accurate and timely handling of inventory.Key Responsibilities:
- Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments for accuracy and damage.
- Prepare outgoing shipments by packaging, labeling, and documenting materials per Navy and DoD standards.
- Maintain accurate shipping and receiving logs and inventory records.
- Coordinate with warehouse staff, logistics personnel, and vendors to ensure timely delivery and dispatch.
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely.
- Ensure proper storage of materials in designated warehouse locations.
- Support inventory audits and cycle counts.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shipping/receiving area.
- Report discrepancies or damaged goods to supervisors promptly.
- Assist with logistics documentation and data entry into Navy logistics systems (e.g., R-Supply, ERP).
- U.S. Citizenship
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Active Secret Clearance
- 1–3 years of experience in shipping/receiving or warehouse operations
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
- Familiarity with DoD or Navy logistics procedures preferred
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, inventory systems)
- Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
- Experience supporting Navy or DoD logistics contracts
- Knowledge of Navy supply systems and documentation
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Benefits
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits enrollment from their date of hire:
- Health Insurance - Centurum provides insurance for employee and dependent in a comprehensive package. Coverage for vision care is included. This option is available on a cost-sharing basis.
- Dental Insurance - Available in conjunction with Health Insurance for an additional cost. Provides oral maintenance care for employee and dependent.
- Basic Life Insurance - Company provided benefit for all full-time employees.
- Supplemental Life Insurance - Optional life insurance coverage to employees at group rates.
- Dependant Life Insurance - Optional coverage for dependents at a group rate.
- Long Term Disability Insurance - Optional coverage available to employees at group rates.
- Vacation and Sick Leave - Leave accrual is determined by length of service.
- Holidays - The company observes ten paid holidays each year.
- Retirement 401(k) Plan - Centurum’s corporate benefits package includes 401K with a company bi-weekly match and a year-end profit sharing company match for all eligible employees. Investments can be made into selected funds under this plan.
Centurum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing employment opportunities for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by U.S. law. Centurum makes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Patuxent River, MD |
| Industry | Aerospace and Defense |
| Salary | $47,500–$50,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
| Website | http://www.centurum.com/ |
About Company
At Centurum, we have forged a new company with a long and storied history of innovation across our five core capability areas.
For 40 years, we have been at the center of the effort to build and deploy new systems that enable government to operate and communicate more effectively—at home and around the globe. Today, we have a new name, but a decades-old mission: to arm you with advanced technical expertise and groundbreaking tools that foster a change in your ability to achieve mission success.
Who We Are
Centurum combines the proven talents of our three operating entities, TECHPLAN Corporation, TDS Incorporated, and Klein and Stump Incorporated into an organization uniquely capable of providing the Department of Defense and other federal government agencies with solutions to meet their business needs and support our warfighters every step of the way.
Centurum is large enough to deliver comprehensive mission-critical services that the government relies on—yet small enough to listen, care, and respond rapidly. We have just over 400 employees, all trained to be nimble and responsive to our customers. No other company of this size can provide what we deliver—solutions across the Network Centric Enterprise . At the same time, the percentage of our employees holding top-level security clearances is larger than some major consulting firms.
What We Do
Centurum delivers solutions for net-centric military, intelligence, and civilian agencies. Our long-term focus is on providing end-to-end solutions, across the entire system lifecycle. We specialize in providing advanced solutions within five core capability areas:
Why We're Different
Centurum is a different kind of company. A trusted partner. A corporate team that stands behind its commitments. Seasoned professionals with a deep understanding of your unique challenges and goals…an unwavering focus on exceeding your expectations and ensuring your success…and a track record of delivering end-to-end IT solutions.
For 40 years, we have been at the center of the effort to build and deploy new systems that enable government to operate and communicate more effectively—at home and around the globe. Today, we have a new name, but a decades-old mission: to arm you with advanced technical expertise and groundbreaking tools that foster a change in your ability to achieve mission success.
Who We Are
Centurum combines the proven talents of our three operating entities, TECHPLAN Corporation, TDS Incorporated, and Klein and Stump Incorporated into an organization uniquely capable of providing the Department of Defense and other federal government agencies with solutions to meet their business needs and support our warfighters every step of the way.
Centurum is large enough to deliver comprehensive mission-critical services that the government relies on—yet small enough to listen, care, and respond rapidly. We have just over 400 employees, all trained to be nimble and responsive to our customers. No other company of this size can provide what we deliver—solutions across the Network Centric Enterprise . At the same time, the percentage of our employees holding top-level security clearances is larger than some major consulting firms.
What We Do
Centurum delivers solutions for net-centric military, intelligence, and civilian agencies. Our long-term focus is on providing end-to-end solutions, across the entire system lifecycle. We specialize in providing advanced solutions within five core capability areas:
- Network Engineering
- Systems Integration
- Systems Engineering and Design
- Information Operations
- Operational Support
Why We're Different
Centurum is a different kind of company. A trusted partner. A corporate team that stands behind its commitments. Seasoned professionals with a deep understanding of your unique challenges and goals…an unwavering focus on exceeding your expectations and ensuring your success…and a track record of delivering end-to-end IT solutions.
Skills
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Computer Skillsunmatched
- Dental Insuranceunmatched
- Documentationunmatched
- Forkliftunmatched
- Government Contractsunmatched
- Health Insuranceunmatched
- High School Diplomaunmatched
- Inventory Cycle Countsunmatched
- Inventory Reportsunmatched
- Legalunmatched
- Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
- Logisticsunmatched
- Maintain Complianceunmatched
- Microsoft Officeunmatched
- Military/DoD Standardsunmatched
- Operational Supportunmatched
- Order Picking/Packingunmatched
- Organizational Skillsunmatched
- Pallet Jackunmatched
- Receiving Inspectionunmatched
- Secret Clearanceunmatched
- Shipping/Receivingunmatched
- Time Managementunmatched
- United States Citizenunmatched
- United States Department of Defense (DoD)unmatched
- Warehouse Coordinationunmatched
- Warehousingunmatched
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