Material Handler

General Dynamics Land Systems Inc.; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Bonus Eligibility

Employee Development Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

On-site Amenities

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems in Walker, MI, is seeking an Entry-level Material Handler to receive, move, and package materials for production, ensuring accurate inventory records. The role is on-site with opportunities to contribute to process improvements.

Responsibilities include cycle counts, using the inventory system, loading and unloading freight, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. A valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 30 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must have a valid driver license and be able to obtain forklift license.
• 2+ years of material handling experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and perform basic math.
• Proficiency with Excel and inventory systems is desired.
• Strong attention to detail and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive and ship materials per procedures using the inventory system.
• Move and transact materials to production and package finished goods.
• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventories as needed.
• Maintain general area housekeeping and support continuous improvements.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and respond to internal/external inquiries.

Skills

Driver's license

Forklift license

Material handling experience

Inventory management

Excel

Oracle EBS

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Lifting up to 30 lbs

Manufacturing experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle EBS

Job description

Location: Walker, MI, United States
Date Posted: Aug 22, 2026
Category: Supply Chain/Materials/Warehousing
Requisition ID: 14923
Career Level: Entry
Remote Work Options: On-Site
Clearance Type: None

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this Role

The Material Handler is responsible for receivingincoming material from vendors, move/transact materials to production, and package finished goods for shipment in an accurate and timely manner. Assist with inventory control functions such as cycle counting and physical inventories when necessary.

• Perform receiving and shipping functions per procedure using the inventory control system
• Load and unload freight
• Perform necessary transactional functions related to inventory receipts, issues, sub inventory movement and shipments
• Perform general area housekeeping
• Assist team members in the attainment of team goals by substituting and assisting in areas wherever needed
• Conduct continuous improvement projects as needed
• Conduct physical inventories as scheduled
• Monitor and improve the following measurements: 98% minimum inventory record accuracy, all transactions performed per established procedure on an accurate and timely basis as periodically set by the supervisor, response time for internal and external customers, and shipping related performance (impact on customer).
• Performs other related duties to benefit the mission of the organization.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have a valid driver license
• Ability to obtain forklift license
• 2+ years’ experience as a material handler desired
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 30lbs
• Basic mathematics skills and unit of measure conversion needed
• Manufacturing experience strongly desired
• Keen attention to detail and quality
• Must have excellent vision and good hand-eye coordination.
• Professional and effective communication skills a must
• Excellent track record for attendance required – we need you here!
• Strong computer and inventory management skills (Microsoft Excel, Oracle EBS)
• Great attitude and attendance are a must!

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com.General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems’ equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform.General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems (“GDLS”) provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans..If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to [email protected] for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.