Logistics & Material Handler

Collins Aerospace; Foley (AL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Foley, AL is seeking a Logistics & Material Handler to join our onsite team. You will load and unload parts and finished goods, manage material movement, and operate forklift and crane to move OEM inventory.

The role requires a HS Diploma or AA/AS degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, forklift proficiency, and basic office skills. This position emphasizes lean manufacturing, safety, and accurate documentation, with potential for varied shifts.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or AA/AS degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of forklift experience.
• Experience with basic office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of inventory processes such as FIFO, JIT, Kanbans.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload parts and finished goods from trucks and shipping vehicles.
• Plan, schedule and manage the movement of material from production to outbound staging area.
• Operate forklift and crane to move inventory and containers as needed.
• Daily inspection of equipment and maintenance of shipping containers.
• Ensure proper paperwork for shipments is complete and accurate.
• Coordinate with Quality for inspection readiness before shipment.
• Organize materials for quality inspections and lean manufacturing practices.
• Support other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Office software

Inventory control

Basic hand tools

Shift flexibility

Education

HS Diploma or AA/AS degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-17

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AL-FOLEY-1300 ~ 1300 W Fern Ave ~ OEM BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

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.

We are looking to hire Logistics & Material Handler to join our team at Foley - AL site.

Work shift

First Shift (Monday - Friday) with ability to work night, weekends, holidays and rotating shifts as needed.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for the loading and unloading of parts and finished goods from various trucks and shipping vehicles.
• Plan, schedule and manage the efficient movement of material from production to outbound staging area.
• Operates forklift and crane to load and/or unload OEM inventory, supplies and containers both
• Daily operator level inspection of equipment
• Manage/maintain end item shipping container fleet
• Deliver items to designated areas when applicable.
• Label and load material according to established procedures.
• Ensure the completed paperwork relating to the shipment of goods are in place.
• Validate Custom Import documents for containerized inbound conveyances
• Organize materials for quality inspections as applicable before shipment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing processes
• This work will need to bend, stoop, stand kneel for 8 hours per day and 35 pounds repetitively with or without accommodations and meet other physical requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications You Must Have

• HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Must have 2+ years of forklift experience or other industrial equipment.
• Experience in using basic power hand tools.
• Experience with basic office administration skills such as typing, copying, filing, and utilizing Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point.
• Working knowledge of inventory processes such as parts flow, FIFO, JIT, Kanbans.
• Must be able to work night, weekends, holidays and rotating shifts

Qualifications We Prefer

• Work Experience in SAP systems and transaction.
• Self-directed & action oriented with the minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate time, priority and stress management skills in a fast-paced environment meeting deadlines while maintaining a customer-orientated demeanor
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing processes.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

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.

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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 43,400 USD - 82,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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.