Material Handler, Logistics and Warehousing

Beta-Technologies; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite healthcare in Vermont

Flight lessons available

Daily lunch provided

Job summary

Beta Technologies seeks a motivated Material Handler for our Vermont facility. You will operate forklifts and move materials across receiving, storage, and production areas, ensuring accurate cycles and proper labeling using the Warehouse Management System (WMS).

The role requires forklift experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work across multiple sites. ERP familiarity (PLEX, Oracle, SAP) and Google G-Suite knowledge are advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Forklift power lifting equipment experience.
• Experience with ERP systems (PLEX, Oracle, SAP etc) and familiarity with Google G-Suite.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move materials between receiving, storage, and production areas.
• Unload, inspect, and stage inbound materials for receiving activities.
• Perform put-away transactions from staging to bulk storage locations.
• Replenish items for production by picking components from bulk storage to staging for kitting.
• Conduct cycle counts and physical inventories as directed.
• Label items and transact material movements via WMS handheld devices.

Skills

Forklift operation

Analytical skills

Team player

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLEX

Oracle

SAP

Google G-Suite

Job description

Material Handler, Logistics and Warehousing

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.

BETA is seeking a motivated, process-oriented Material Handler to join our growing team. This position will focus on the use of a forklift, cart, and other material handling equipment to move materials between receiving/shipping, bulk storage, and production areas at our electric aircraft manufacturing facility. Material Handlers will execute signals from the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to efficiently and accurately move materials between locations. In conjunction with material movement, Material Handlers will follow WMS and Team tasking to execute other activities in the warehouse and manufacturing spaces including cycle counting, kitting, space consolidation, and labeling. Material Handlers will work closely with Shipping/Receiving and Inventory team members in the execution of their duties. An ideal candidate for this role is goal driven, detail focused, system and process oriented, forklift qualified, with experience in inventory and logistics.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Operate a forklift during the routine performance of duties.
• Unload, inspect, and stage inbound materials for receiving activities.
• Break down and decant inbound received materials for component bulk storage.
• Complete put-away transactions from staging to bulk storage locations.
• Replenish items for production activities by picking components from bulk storage to stage for kitting and production jobs.
• Execute kitting of components for delivery to production work centers.
• Move completed assemblies and finished goods from the production area to bulk storage.
• Pick items from bulk storage to stage for shipment to other BETA locations and customers.
• Load outbound items onto trucks for shipment.
• Ensure all items are labeled and accurately scan and transact all material movements via warehouse management system (WMS) handheld devices.
• Troubleshoot WMS issues to ensure accurate replenishment signals.
• Conduct inventory cycle counts and physical inventories as directed.
• Identify, physically segregate, and transact inventory status for damaged materials.
• Maintain a clean work environment and comply with safety requirements.
• Conduct inspection and routine maintenance on assigned material handling equipment.
• Perform area housekeeping and organization activities to maintain a 5S compliant environment.
• Recognize waste streams and minimize use of packaging materials to support BETA’s sustainability efforts.
• Comply with applicable regulations when handling hazardous materials.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and provide input on ways to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to work across multiple BETA sites if necessary.
• Contribute to our team effort by being good to work with and supporting the broader Logistics and Production Teams as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Forklift power lifting equipment experience.
• All-around good person and fun to work with.
• Previous work in a manufacturing environment with experience in aerospace, automotive, or a startup preferred.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle setbacks and find solutions.
• Desire to work in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to use judgment to make decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, but function as a team player.
• Experience with ERP systems (PLEX, Oracle, SAP etc).
• Familiarity withGoogle G-Suite including Drive, Mail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment using OSHA required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time and lift 75 pounds.

Build electric airplanes with us!

BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.