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Shipping and Receiving Associate

Echodyne

Echodyne

Administration
Kirkland, WA, USA
USD 27.98-42.11 / hour + Equity
Posted on Dec 13, 2025

Radar Reinvented.

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).


Echodyne is seeking a skilled Shipping and Receiving Associate to support day-to-day logistics operations for our rapidly growing radar manufacturing organization. This hands-on role is responsible for material handling & receiving, inventory control, and domestic and international shipping.

Locations: Kirkland & Woodinville, Washington

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Shipping

    • Pick, pack and prepare internal, domestic and international shipments.
    • Create commercial invoices, packing lists, BOLs, AWBs and other documentation
    • Book shipments through DHL, FedEx, UPS and third-party freight forwarders
    • Ensure export compliance and prepare EEI, SLI and other customs documents when required
    • Label, palletize and prep freight shipments following best practices
    • Maintain accuracy with NetSuite Sales Order fulfillment and material transactions
  • Receiving
    • Receive and verify inbound shipments against purchase orders and packing slips
    • Process ERP receiving transactions and route materials to inspection, inventory or end users
    • Move materials throughout the facility and maintain accurate bin locations
  • Inventory & Materials Handling
    • Preform weekly cycle counts and reconcile inventory discrepancies
    • Replenish consumables, Kanban items and production supplies
    • Organize stocking and staging areas using lean and 5S principles
    • Provide kitted work orders and material to Production as needed
    • Support general material movement and warehouse operations across the company
  • Additional Duties
    • Work cross functionally with Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Sales
    • Identify and recommend process improvements for efficiency and accuracy
    • Support special projects and operational initiatives
    • Maintain a clean and safe warehouse environment

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 5 or more years of experience in shipping, receiving, material handling and warehouse operations
  • Background in factory material handling methods including cycle counting, kitting, max and min levels and Kanban systems
  • Experience with domestic and international carrier platforms (FedEx, UPS, DHL)
  • Experience generating shipping documents and using ERP systems such as NetSuite
  • Strong understanding of ISO regulated quality environments
  • Knowledge of basic export documentation and compliance
  • High attention to detail and accurate transaction entry
  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and shipping software
  • Strong communication and organizational skills

DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)

  • Associate degree or vocational training in logistics, supply chain or operations
  • Experience handling EDO sensitive materials
  • Knowledge of customs processes, Incoterms and international freight forwarding
  • Ability to work independently and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
  • Reach Lift and/or Forklift experience

Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.

WHAT WE OFFER

The pay range for this position is $27.98 - $42.11 per hour.

If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that’s a great fit for you!

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:

  • Pre-IPO Stock Options
  • Generous Benefits:
    • Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
      • Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
      • Virtual Care – 98Point6
      • Employee Assistance Program
  • Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
  • Travel Assistance Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
  • Flexible PTO
  • 401(k) plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Prepaid Legal Program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Paid Company Holidays

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.