Inventory & Logistics Specialist — Forklift

AV; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking an Inventory and Logistics Associate to join the Materials and Logistics team in Albuquerque. You will receive, store, organize, and ship goods, manage inventory, kit components, and operate a forklift with safety as a priority.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, organized, and proficient in inventory control, quality standards, and logistics coordination with internal teams and carriers. This role requires physical stamina and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; inventory/logistics training is a plus.
• Forklift certification or experience is required.
• Demonstrates integrity and honesty in handling inventory.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Organizational skills to keep warehouse area clean and labeled.
• Effective communication with team, carriers, and other departments.
• Time management to meet shipping/receiving deadlines.
• Problem-solving to handle discrepancies or delays.
• Physical stamina for demanding tasks and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety protocols and equipment operation.
• Comfort with inventory management software and barcode scanning devices.

Responsibilities

• Receive shipments, unload, inspect, and verify goods against orders.
• Record items in inventory system, ensure quantities match records.
• Organize and label items in storage areas to maintain warehouse order.
• Perform cycle counts and audits to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare and pack products for shipment and coordinate with carriers.
• Assemble kits based on customer orders or production needs.
• Safely operate a forklift to move inventory and shipments.
• Maintain accurate records of receiving, shipping, and inventory activities.
• Collaborate with purchasing, sales, and operations to resolve issues.

Skills

Forklift certification

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Technical proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Inventory management training

Tools

Inventory management software

Barcode scanners

ERP system

MS Excel

Job description

AeroVironment is seeking an Inventory and Logistics Associate to join the Materials and Logistics team in Albuquerque. You will receive, store, organize, and ship goods, manage inventory, kit components, and operate a forklift with safety as a priority.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, organized, and proficient in inventory control, quality standards, and logistics coordination with internal teams and carriers. This role requires physical stamina and adherence to safety protocols.