Material Handler-Contract

Leonardo DRS; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Material Handler on a contract basis in Fort Walton Beach, FL. The role involves moving and handling materials, opening containers, loading/unloading, and ensuring safe transport to designated areas on the manufacturing floor.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with forklift certification potentially needed. The company emphasizes flexible work schedules under a 9/80 program and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Forklift certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders or follow oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
• Open containers using steel cutters, crowbar, claw hammer, or other hand tools.
• Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand.
• Load materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit, using hand tools.
• Convey materials to or from storage or worksites to designated areas to include the manufacturing floor by use of hand truck, electric dolly, forklift, or other device.
• Count, weigh, and record materials moved or handled in an ERP system.
• Attach tags or labels to materials or otherwise mark information.
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP

Forklift

Job description

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Material Handler-Contract

Location:

Fort Walton Beach, FL, US, 32548

Job ID:115877

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

Job Responsibilities

• Read work orders or follow oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved
• Open containers using steel cutters, crowbar, claw hammer, or other hand tools
• Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand
• Load materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit, using hand tools
• Convey materials to or from storage or worksites to designated areas to include the manufacturing floor by use of hand truck, electric dolly, forklift, or other device
• Count, weigh, and record materials moved or handled in an ERP system
• Attach tags or labels to materials or otherwise mark information
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• May require forklift certification
  

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #AIS

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.