2nd Shift Lead Material Handler | Logistics & ERP Pro

Leonardo DRS; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo DRS, a leader in defense technology, seeks a 2nd Shift Lead Material Handler to join our Germantown, Maryland team. You will train and support a small crew, drive daily workflow, and respond quickly to evolving business needs.

Key duties include handling work orders, moving materials, loading and unloading, using forklifts, recording movements in ERP, labeling items, and coordinating with Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality and Sales to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years experience.
• May require forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee work orders and move materials.
• Work with minimal supervision on non-routine duties and adapt procedures as needed.
• Plan and accomplish assigned goals using experience and judgment.
• Communicate effectively with Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales departments.
• Ensure proper opening of containers and safe handling of materials.
• Load/unload materials and secure them for transport.
• Record materials moved in ERP system and attach labels as required.
• Support and uphold company mission, values and culture.
• Work with varied tasks reflecting complexity and scope.

Skills

5+ years experience

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Leonardo DRS, a leader in defense technology, seeks a 2nd Shift Lead Material Handler to join our Germantown, Maryland team. You will train and support a small crew, drive daily workflow, and respond quickly to evolving business needs.

Key duties include handling work orders, moving materials, loading and unloading, using forklifts, recording movements in ERP, labeling items, and coordinating with Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality and Sales to keep operations running smoothly.