1st Shift_ Material Handler III_ Onsite

Collins Aerospace; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in West Des Moines, IA is hiring for an Onsite Materials Clerk who will issue materials, manage inventory, and support weekly cycle counts. You will record data, stock items, and assist cell planners to meet production needs.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of relevant experience; basic computer skills are expected, and ability to communicate across all levels of staff.

Qualifications

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/technical education with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Issue materials from stores area and record data.
• May print routers, assemble router packers, and place with parts.
• Order items and maintain inventory levels.
• Pack and unpack items to be stocked; store items in an orderly, accessible manner.
• Receive and count items and record data.
• Perform weekly cycle counts on inventory.
• Support and follow all rules/guidelines/standards set by EHS, Quality, and CI functions.

Skills

Mathematics

Operation Monitoring

Operation and Control

Basic Computer skills

Communication across levels

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Location: US-IA-WEST DES MOINES-811 ~ 811 4th St ~ 4TH

Date Posted: 2026-09-18

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IA-WEST DES MOINES-811 ~ 811 4th St ~ 4TH

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Issue materials from stores area and record data.
• May print routers, assemble router packers, and place with parts.
• Order items and maintain inventory levels.
• Pack and unpack items to be stocked. Store items in an orderly, accessible manner.
• Receive and count items and record data.
• Perform weekly cycle counts on inventory.
• Actively participates in the Continuous Improvement process as well as safety related activities.
• Support Cell Planners and priorities.
• Support and follow all rules/guidelines/standards set by EHS, Quality, and CI functions as set by your leader and position.
• Over 40 hours per week as scheduled to meet business needs.
• All other duties as assigned including working extended shifts/overtime as required by the business.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Mathematics
• Operation Monitoring
• Operation and Control.
• Basic Computer skills,
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and management.

• Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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