Material Handler II — Space-Grade Logistics & Shipping

Rocket Lab; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Material Handler II to join the shipping and receiving team onsite. You will manage the receiving, storing, and distribution of materials and finished goods, ensuring accuracy with packing lists and PO records.

The role supports production schedules, maintains inventory integrity, and may require forklift operation after certification. A High school diploma or GED and 1+ year experience are expected, with basic computer skills and a can-do attitude.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related experience in shipping and receiving
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• International shipping experience a plus
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work on multiple tasks
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance
• Familiarity with freight carriers such as FedEx, UPS, DHL, and common truck carriers
• Experience in a customer service environment

Responsibilities

• Ensure materials are received from proper vendors and delivered to inventory
• Ensuring finished goods are packaged according to specifications and shipped in a timely manner
• Review receipts of all materials to ensure purchase orders are open and the quality of materials received is correct
• Ensure the security and accountability of materials and goods with inventory control
• Ensure materials are available to meet production schedules and/or products are shipped as per marketing schedules
• Establish and modify operational methods and procedures
• Act as an advisor to unit or sub-units and become actively involved, as required, to meet schedules and resolve problems
• Perform the physical or administrative tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing, and distributing of materials, parts, supplies, and equipment
• Unpack and check goods received against packing list or invoices
• Maintain records of received goods and reject unsatisfactory items
• Lift heavy items and operate a forklift (once certified)
• Post weights and shipping charges, and prepare goods for final shipment
• Examine, stock, and distribute materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines
• Prepare kitting packages for assembly production
• Deliver material to end users as required
• Handle hazardous material in accordance with company procedures

Skills

Shipping and receiving

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Rocket Lab in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Material Handler II to join the shipping and receiving team onsite. You will manage the receiving, storing, and distribution of materials and finished goods, ensuring accuracy with packing lists and PO records.

The role supports production schedules, maintains inventory integrity, and may require forklift operation after certification. A High school diploma or GED and 1+ year experience are expected, with basic computer skills and a can-do attitude.