Material Expediter

Akima; Joint Base Lewis-McChord (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Global Logistics (AGL) is seeking a Material Expediter to coordinate movement, staging, and prioritization of Army equipment during turn-ins at a contractor-managed site. The role ensures timely workflow between receiving, inspection, warehousing, and transport while maintaining compliance with Army regs and contract requirements.

The position supports property accountability by reducing delays and improving turn-in efficiency.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; logistics coursework preferred.
• Experience: 2–4 years in logistics, supply, or warehousing; Army contractor preferred.
• Knowledge: Army supply regulations (AR 710-2, AR 735-5, DA PAM 710-2-1) and GCSS-Army, DPAS, LMP.
• Skills: strong organizational abilities and teamwork; ability to interpret Army docs.
• Requirements: Real ID, valid driver's license, CAC access, background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Expedite movement of vehicles, equipment, and repair parts through receiving, inspection, staging, and warehousing.
• Monitor and prioritize items needing immediate attention or special handling.
• Ensure equipment staged for inspection, accountability, or outbound shipment.
• Coordinate with Supply Technicians, Warehouse Specialists, and Transportation.
• Support outbound shipping by ensuring materiel is staged, packaged, ready.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Logistics coursework preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Forklift/MHE certification (OF 346)

Job description

The Material Expediter coordinates themovement, staging, and prioritization of Army equipment and materielduring the turn-in process at a contractor-managed site. This positionensurestimelyworkflow between receiving, inspection, warehousing, and transportation operations whilemaintainingcompliance withArmy supply regulations, technical manuals, and contract requirements. The Material Expediter plays a critical role in reducing processing delays and supporting property accountability by ensuring equipment flows efficiently through the turn-in cycle.

Responsibilities

• Material Flow & Coordination:
  • Expedite the movement of vehicles, equipment, and Class IX repair parts fromreceiving to inspection, staging, and warehousingareas.
  • Monitor and prioritize items requiring immediate attention or special handling (e.g., hazardous, sensitive, or controlled items).
  • Ensure equipment is staged properly for inspection, accountability, or outbound shipment.
• Documentation & Tracking:
  • Verify that turn-in documents (DA Form 1348-1A, DD Form 200, condition codes) match the items being processed.
  • Track movement status of materiel and update logs, spreadsheets, or Army systems (GCSS-Army, DPAS, LMP) asrequired.
  • Report discrepancies in documentation, property records, or shipment status to supervisors.
• Coordination with Supply & Transportation Teams:
  • Work closely withSupply Technicians, Warehouse Specialists, Transportation Coordinators, and Quality Control staff to ensure smooth equipment flow.
  • Communicate with Army unit personnel to resolve delays or issues during mass turn-ins.
  • Support outbound shipping requirements by ensuring materiel is staged, packaged, and ready for loading.
• Inventory & Accountability Support:
  • Assistin reconciling shortages, overages, or mismatches in equipment turn-ins.
  • Participate in cyclic inventories, spot checks, and property accountability reviews (PARs).
  • Ensure items are properly tagged, labeled, and condition-coded before storage or shipment.
• Safety & Compliance:
  • Ensure safe movement of materiel using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
  • Comply withOSHA, Army, and company safety standards during staging and handling.
  • Follow environmental standards forHAZMAT handling, packaging, and disposal.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred; logistics or supply coursework preferred.
• Experience:
  • 2–4 years oflogistics, supply, or warehousing experience (Army contractor or SSA operations preferred).
  • Experience inequipment turn-in or material coordination strongly desirable.
• Knowledge Requirements:
  • S. Army supply/property regulations (AR 710-2, AR 735-5, DA PAM 710-2-1).
  • Armylogisticssystems:GCSS-Army, DPAS, LMP.
  • Basic knowledge of Army condition codes and accountability standards.
• Skills:
  • Strong organizational and multitasking ability in a high-volume environment.
  • Ability to interpret Army documentation and process errors quickly.
  • Proficiencyin Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Forklift/MHE certification (OF 346licensepreferred).
  • Effective teamwork and communication with Army units and contractor staff.
• Requirements:
  • Real ID.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to obtain andretain a Common Access Card (CAC) with Tier 1 Investigation.
  • Favorable background check and drug test results.

Job ID

2026-26150

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

$34.14

Health & Welfare

$5.09

Benefits

SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Global Logistics (AGL), an Akima company, is not just another operations contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AGL, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AGL provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AGL delivers comprehensive supply, transportation, and maintenance services designed to optimize and maintain operations.

As an AGL employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.