Flex-N-Gate LLC.
Guardian West, 601 Guardian Drive, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
Job Description Posted Friday, January 9, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Flex‑N‑Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex‑N‑Gate provides a great opportunity for hard‑working and skilled individuals.
Job Title:
Receiving Clerk
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7:00AM-3:00pm, with mandatory overtime as needed
Reports To:
Materials Manager
We are seeking a skilled and motivated
Receiving Clerk
to join our team. This role primarily is responsible for receiving incoming materials, verifying accuracy, and posting bills into the company system. This position operates overhead cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment to unload, transport and distribute product throughout the facility. The role involves regular physical activity, working in both indoor and outdoor environments, and supporting multiple departments to ensure efficient material flow.
Responsibilities:
Receive incoming product, verify shipment accuracy, and post bills into the system.
Operate an overhead crane to move coils of steel safely.
Use a forklift to unload flat steel and transport materials to designated areas.
Distribute product throughout the facility daily to support departments such as Assembly.
Use flatbed carts, forklifts, and manual handling to stock and organize materials.
Lift materials ranging from floor level up to 6 feet.
Shift is 8 hours. May work overtime up to 10‑12 hours. Two 10‑minute breaks per shift and a 20‑minute meal break.
Employees get paid the entire time they are clocked in and do not clock out for breaks, if taken on campus!
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be certified in forklift.
Prior experience in receiving, warehouse operations, or material handling is beneficial.
Ability to safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and related equipment.
Strong attention to detail for accurate posting and documentation of incoming product.
Good communication skills and the ability to work with multiple departments.
Ability to follow safety standards and company procedures.
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds frequently (including propane cylinders).
Must have full range of motion on the neck and spine for safe equipment operation.
Ability to climb in and out of forklift.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, and twisting.
Sit periodically while driving or operating forklifts or other industrial equipment.
Must use both hands for steering and operating levers while driving a forklift.
The work environment is representative of conditions typical for a manufacturing facility. Guardian West is not a climate‑controlled facility. Safety precautions must always be followed to reduce exposure to hazards.
Position works both indoors and outdoors, including in adverse conditions such as heat, cold, and rain.
Exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet/humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, and loud environments.
Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration.
Why Join Us?
We offer a competitive pay rate, opportunities for skill development, and a dynamic work environment where your expertise as a Receiving Clerk will directly contribute to the success of the team.
Company Benefits:
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and disability insurance.
Flexible spending account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
Paid vacation.
12 paid holidays.
Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs, and tuition reimbursement.
What do our employees have to say?
“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
“Lots of growth opportunity.”
“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”
“Not just a job—a great place to work!”
Guardian West is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for precision and quality, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our team!
Guardian West, 601 Guardian Drive, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
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Job Description Posted Friday, January 9, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Flex‑N‑Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex‑N‑Gate provides a great opportunity for hard‑working and skilled individuals.
Job Title:
Receiving Clerk
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7:00AM-3:00pm, with mandatory overtime as needed
Reports To:
Materials Manager
We are seeking a skilled and motivated
Receiving Clerk
to join our team. This role primarily is responsible for receiving incoming materials, verifying accuracy, and posting bills into the company system. This position operates overhead cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment to unload, transport and distribute product throughout the facility. The role involves regular physical activity, working in both indoor and outdoor environments, and supporting multiple departments to ensure efficient material flow.
Responsibilities:
Receive incoming product, verify shipment accuracy, and post bills into the system.
Operate an overhead crane to move coils of steel safely.
Use a forklift to unload flat steel and transport materials to designated areas.
Distribute product throughout the facility daily to support departments such as Assembly.
Use flatbed carts, forklifts, and manual handling to stock and organize materials.
Lift materials ranging from floor level up to 6 feet.
Shift is 8 hours. May work overtime up to 10‑12 hours. Two 10‑minute breaks per shift and a 20‑minute meal break.
Employees get paid the entire time they are clocked in and do not clock out for breaks, if taken on campus!
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be certified in forklift.
Prior experience in receiving, warehouse operations, or material handling is beneficial.
Ability to safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and related equipment.
Strong attention to detail for accurate posting and documentation of incoming product.
Good communication skills and the ability to work with multiple departments.
Ability to follow safety standards and company procedures.
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds frequently (including propane cylinders).
Must have full range of motion on the neck and spine for safe equipment operation.
Ability to climb in and out of forklift.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, and twisting.
Sit periodically while driving or operating forklifts or other industrial equipment.
Must use both hands for steering and operating levers while driving a forklift.
The work environment is representative of conditions typical for a manufacturing facility. Guardian West is not a climate‑controlled facility. Safety precautions must always be followed to reduce exposure to hazards.
Position works both indoors and outdoors, including in adverse conditions such as heat, cold, and rain.
Exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet/humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, and loud environments.
Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration.
Why Join Us?
We offer a competitive pay rate, opportunities for skill development, and a dynamic work environment where your expertise as a Receiving Clerk will directly contribute to the success of the team.
Company Benefits:
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and disability insurance.
Flexible spending account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
Paid vacation.
12 paid holidays.
Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs, and tuition reimbursement.
What do our employees have to say?
“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
“Lots of growth opportunity.”
“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”
“Not just a job—a great place to work!”
Guardian West is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for precision and quality, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our team!
Guardian West, 601 Guardian Drive, Urbana, Illinois, United States of America
#J-18808-Ljbffr