Material Handling and Crating Specialist (Temp)

AEVEX; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

AEVEX Aerospace in Tampa, FL seeks a Material Handling and Crating Specialist (Temp) to crate oversized aviation equipment. You will build crates, measure materials, label shipments, and ensure crates leave the facility in pristine condition.

Duties include inventory control, packing, boxing, and forklift operation in a fast-paced environment. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 2 years in warehousing, a valid Florida driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a DoD

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Two years of warehouse/manufacturing experience.
• Valid in-state driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance.
• Knowledge of safe operation of basic power tools (saws, drills, compressors).
• Able to operate forklift and complete internal training.

Responsibilities

• Pack and crate aviation equipment for domestic and international shipping.
• Apply shipping docs and labels to outbound shipments.
• Follow crate procedures and measure, weigh, and cube boxes.
• Cut wood and assemble crates for nonstandard/oversized items.
• Pack orders and build boxing/crating as required per guidelines.
• Maintain inventory of lumber, fasteners, and materials.
• Unpack and verify incoming parts and materials.

Skills

Forklift operation

Power tools

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Saws

Drill motors

Air compressors

Job description

Material Handling and Crating Specialist (Temp)

Tampa, Florida, United States

Job Overview

AEVEX Aerospace is looking for a warehouse material handler that specializes in crating of finished product. This individual will be responsible for custom shipping crates, crate kits, and general palletizing of oversized equipment using established processes and procedures. This individual will be tasked with being accurate and making sure all crates and pallets that leave our facility will arrive in the same condition as when they left our facility.

Essential Functions

• Perform routine packing of various aviation equipment shipping domestic and international
• Apply appropriate shipping documentation and labels to outbound shipments
• Follow packaging procedures to ensure the safety of all shipments; includes polishing and cleaning all units, measuring boxes, weighing, cubing, and banding
• Measuring and cutting of wood and assembly of the entire crate used for packing nonstandard/over-sized items
• Packs orders for domestic and international shipment as required for the transportation mode per company guidelines. Builds appropriate boxing/crating when and as required.
• Stocks materials or items on assigned racks, shelves, or in bins pending verification of stocking documentation. Reports inventory variances relative to stocking transactions.
• Unpacks, checks quantity and condition of incoming parts and materials.
• Maintain material inventory including lumber, fasteners, and other material used in the shipping process
• Check products for defects and accuracy, report and replace any defective item before packing
• Follow shipment receiving procedures ensuring the right items have been delivered and Receiving Clerks notified
• Ensure that serial and batch numbers match the product and Sales Order
• Coordinate yard space for inbound/outbound shipments and position units in proper storage areas
• Operate forklift to transport shipments from the storage area to the crating area

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• The ability to complete multiple challenging tasks/projects within agreed time frames and with the appropriate level of critical thinking and quality.
• Knowledge of the safe operation of basic power tools, i.e. saws, drill motors air compressors.
• Basic math skills
• Basic carpentry skills and experience using hand and power tools as necessary
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented
• Possess a valid in-state driver's license and possess an acceptable safe driving record
• Be able to operate a forklift and complete our internal forklift training program

Education / Certifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Experience

• Two years’ experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required to stand for extended periods of time
• Frequently required to operate hand tools, equipment, heavy machinery
• Frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Disclaimer

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

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