Material Handler

Leidos; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Civil Group seeks a Material Handler in Chesapeake, VA, to manage inventory and shipping operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in warehouse settings, with responsibilities including parts packaging, shipping documentation, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role requires physical ability to handle materials and proficiency in logistics and inventory management systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1+ years of relevant experience and ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Demonstrated self-starter with knowledge of OSHA standards.
• Specialized training in job functions and operational tasks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete parts packaging and maintain shipping activity files.
• Coordinate logistics and manage inventory for efficiency.
• Verify, document and report discrepancies in shipments.

Skills

Inventory Management

Logistics Management

Process Improvements

Warehousing Operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fork Lift

Microsoft Access

FedEx On-Site Power Ship

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leidos Civil Group is seeking a dynamic Material Handler in Chesapeake, VA.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to:

• Complete parts packaging in accordance with specialized packaging requirements.
• Fabrication of shipping labels, ensuring proper format and shipping address accuracy.
• Coordinate special shipping requirements as necessary.
• Document and maintain accurate shipping activity files.
• Provide daily shipping and billing summaries to program administration.
• Perform periodic inventory of shipping material to ensure adequate quantities on hand.
• Perform applicable data entry to the existing CDLS automated Logistics Database.
• Update shipping information to the FAA "Logistics Information System" (LIS) via WEB page.
• Perform preliminary package inspection for any apparent external damage and notify shipper at time of delivery if damage is detected.
• Verify and note received packages for shipment type (Purchase Order or Field parts returned for repair. For Purchase Order items, verify the Purchase Order document to the part actually received and then notify ordering individual of the received parts.
• Update and maintain the department receiving files.
• Maintain the warehouse physical organization and cleanliness.
• Support periodic warehouse inventory activities.
• Interface with management to resolve any problems or discrepancies that may arise with orders.
• Develop a level of expertise via cross training of coworker functions so as to fill in for position absences.
• Must have the physical ability to lift forty pounds.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Inventory Management: Planning, controlling, and optimizing stock of goods to meet customer demand, minimize carrying costs, and maximize operational efficiency.
• Logistics Management: Strategizing and coordinating the movement of goods and resources to meet customer demands and minimize costs.
• Logistics Systems: Implementing and managing systems to optimize the flow of goods, information, and resources throughout the supply chain.
• Materials Management: Controlling the acquisition, storage, and distribution of materials to support production and operations.
• Process Improvements: Identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing changes to processes to address them.
• Warehousing Operations: Overseeing the storage, handling, and distribution of goods within a warehouse facility to ensure efficiency and accuracy.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to lift 40 Pounds, Previous Warehouse Experience.
• Demonstrated Self-Starter, Operate Fork Lift, General Computer Skills FedEx On-Site Power Ship Exp., Microsoft Access
• Experience, Knowledge of OSHA Standards, and Inventory Control & Management Specialized training in specific aspects of job functions and/or demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with computer database systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Able to obtain a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV)

Original Posting: June 6, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $34,450.00 - $62,275.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.