Job Title:  Shipping & Receiving Associate

At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT, has been a global leader in designing and manufacturing advanced optical metrology systems, ultra-precise optical components, and complex electro-optical systems and assemblies. Join our team, where your expertise will drive cutting-edge solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety. We are seeking a Shipping & Receiving Associate for our Navitar business in Rochester, NY.

Our Navitar team designs, develops and manufactures innovative optical solutions for clients and enterprises across the globe. Solutions include complete optomechanical and optoelectronic assembly and sub-assembly systems. Our products range from high magnification motorized zoom imaging systems to fisheye projection lenses used in a wide variety of industries including Life Sciences, Industrial Imaging, Microscopy and Projection

As a Shipping & Receiving Associate, you will be responsible for the flow of goods in and out of the facility.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare items for shipment and receiving incoming products; create shipping documents using ERP or other software
• Inspect incoming shipments to verify quantity and quality, document discrepancies
• Record and track shipments, update databases, and manage all documentation associated with shipping and receiving
• Maintain accurate inventory records, stock levels, and proper storage of items
• Pick parts from inventory to kit jobs and deliver to production floor
• Perform daily cycle counts; troubleshoot and document discrepancies
• Operate a safe and organized work environment
• Communicate internally and externally with team, customers and suppliers as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or GED

Attention to detail, with strong time management and organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Basic math aptitude

Proactive communicator who collaborates well with others

Prior warehouse or facility logistics experience; experience operating warehouse equipment preferred (fork lift license not required)

Ability to lift, push, pull and move products and items

Bring your passion and commitment to Zygo at Navitar, where we are curious, collaborative, persistent, and confident, where safety and quality guide every step of our journey. Grow with us as we solve complex challenges, inspire confidence, and drive excellence in manufacturing.

Are you ready to expand the boundaries of possibility, simplify the complex, and embody the values that define our success? We welcome your unique perspective and invite you to join us! We offer competitive compensation, benefits, retirement (401k) and paid time off programs. Compensation and position level will be set based on experience. 

Due to the nature of Zygo Navitar's programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.