Material Handler II– Aerospace Manufacturing (1st Shift)

Collins Aerospace; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Lenexa, KS is hiring for a Material Handler II on the 1st shift (6:00am–2:30pm). You will transport materials from the warehouse to production, verify part numbers, and maintain inventory accuracy to support continuous manufacturing.

Requires a HS diploma or GED with at least 1 year of related experience. Ability to lift and operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment is essential. Benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or GED with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environment is preferred.
• Ability to lift/move materials and operate material-handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials, components, and supplies from the warehouse to production areas.
• Verify material quantities and part numbers before delivery.
• Maintain accurate inventory movement and material transactions.
• Return unused materials to warehouse locations and perform counts.
• Communicate shortages or material issues to supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Physical stamina

Computer literacy

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Carts

Forklifts

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-KS-LENEXA-885 ~ 15701 W 95Th St ~ KIN01 W 95TH 885

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 certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

The Material Handler II is responsible for ensuring that materials, components, and supplies are delivered from the warehouse to the production floor accurately and on time. This role plays a critical part in maintaining continuous production by ensuring each operation has the materials needed to meet production schedules and customer requirements.

Shift Details:

• This is for 1st shift.
• Monday through Friday from 6:00am - 2:30pm

What You Will Do:

• Responsible for timely and accurate transport raw materials, components, packaging, and other supplies from the warehouse to designated production areas.
• Transfer incoming stock from other warehouse/stock locations or receiving into warehouse bin locations.
• Monitor material requirements and respond to requests from production personnel.
• Verify material quantities, part numbers, and labels before delivering materials to the production floor.
• Maintain accurate inventory movement and material transactions using company systems or documentation.
• Return unused or excess materials from production to the appropriate warehouse locations.
• Perform inventory counts and investigate material discrepancies as assigned.
• Keep material staging areas, aisles, and work areas organized and free of obstructions.
• Safely operate material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks, carts, forklifts, or other equipment as authorized.
• Follow all company safety procedures, quality requirements, and material-handling practices.
• Communicate material shortages, delays, damaged materials, or other issues to the appropriate supervisor or production personnel.
• Prioritize material deliveries based on production schedules and operational needs.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to material flow, inventory accuracy, and production efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately identify materials and part numbers.
• Ability to prioritize multiple material requests and meet production deadlines.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and transport materials as required by the position.
• Basic computer skills and experience with inventory or warehouse management systems is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move materials as required.
• Ability to safely operate material-handling equipment.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and physical activity.

What We Offer Benefits:

• Some of our competitive benefits packages include:
• 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!

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.

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.