Driver, 3rd Shift, Site 3

AST & Science, LLC; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Driver based in Midland, TX to support manufacturing and warehouse operations. You will receive, transport, store, stage, and deliver materials throughout the production environment, ensuring material flow and inventory accuracy to keep production uninterrupted.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and forklift certification (or ability to obtain).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience operating box trucks or warehouse equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a box truck to transport materials between facilities and production areas.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report issues.
• Load, unload, and secure materials to prevent damage during transit.
• Verify shipments and delivery documentation for accuracy.
• Receive, store, stage, and deliver materials to designated locations.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Able to lift 35 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Box truck operation

Job description

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.

This position is based in our satellite production facility in Midland, TX.

AST SpaceMobileis building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operatedirectly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to toeliminatethe connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions whoremainunconnected.

Position Overview

AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Driver to support manufacturing and warehouse operations by safely receiving, transporting, storing, staging, and delivering materials throughout the production environment. This position is responsible for maintaining material flow, inventory accuracy, and warehouse organization to ensure uninterrupted production operations. The Driver works closely with Production Control, Warehouse, Inventory Control, and Production teams to ensure materials are available where and when needed.

Base Pay is $20

Shift Schedules

What You’ll Do:

• Safely operate a company box truck to transport materials, parts, and equipment between facilities, warehouses, and production areas.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, including checking fluid levels, tire condition, lights, and overall vehicle readiness.
• Report vehicle issues, safety concerns, accidents, or maintenance needs promptly to management.
• Load, unload, secure, and transport materials safely to prevent damage during transit.
• Verify shipments, delivery documentation, quantities, and material identification for accuracy.
• Receive, store, stage, and deliver materials to designated warehouse and production locations.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Accurately identify materials, part numbers, lot numbers, and inventory locations.
• Perform material transfers and inventory transactions using warehouse and inventory management systems.
• Support production operations by ensuring materials are delivered according to production schedules and priorities.
• Coordinate with Warehouse, Production Control, Shipping, and Receiving teams regarding material needs and delivery schedules.
• Communicate delivery status, delays, shortages, damaged materials, or other concerns to supervisors.
• Assist with receiving, shipping, packaging, kitting, and general warehouse operations as needed.
• Perform cycle counts and support inventory audits to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and ensure assigned equipment remains in safe operating condition.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company policies, quality requirements, DOT regulations (as applicable), and safety procedures.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience operating box trucks, delivery vehicles, warehouse equipment, or material handling equipment preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required.
• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain certification.
• Experience loading, unloading, securing, and transporting materials safely.
• Ability to perform vehicle inspections and monitor basic fluid levels and vehicle condition.
• Basic understanding of commercial vehicle operations; familiarity with vehicle maintenance concepts is a plus.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or other warehouse equipment.
• Basic computer skills and experience with inventory, warehouse, ERP, or scanning systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivery and inventory accuracy.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to safely lift and move materials as required.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a box truck driver, delivery driver, material handler, warehouse associate, or logistics team member.
• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, warehouse, shipping and receiving, or logistics environments.
• Experience using ERP, WMS, MRP, or inventory control systems.
• Knowledge of inventory control, warehouse operations, and material flow best practices.
• Experience supporting production or manufacturing operations.
• DOT compliance and safe driving experience preferred.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with frequent standing, walking, and movement throughout the shift.
• Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to perform repetitive tasks, data entry, and computer work.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, climb, reach, and balance as required to perform job duties.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry items weighing up to 35 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in, on, around, and in proximity to machinery, equipment, material handling devices, and production tooling.
• Ability to work near moving mechanical parts and equipment.
• Ability to visually inspect materials, inventory labels, documentation, and production information.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including talking and hearing.
• Ability to work in environments that may include exposure to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to follow all company safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

If you are open to relocating to Midland, this can be a career changing, and life changing, move into the high-tech aerospace world offering a new skill set and job security in a very similar environment that will soon feel like home. We encourage you to apply to learn more about AST SpaceMobile and what Midland has to offer.

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.

AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.