Material Specialist - ATL

swa; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Airlines is seeking a Material Specialist to join our Technical Operations team in the hangar and warehouse. You will manage receiving, shipping, storage, and delivery of parts, keeping inventories accurate and ensuring parts reach the maintenance teams on time.

Office logistics include forklift operation, assembly of stocking bins, and driving vehicles to pick up tools. The role supports flight operations and contributes to safe, efficient aircraft maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read documents, follow instructions, learn, and understand procedures, rules, and regulations including federal and local security regulations.
• Must be able to perform well in a fast-paced environment, subject to adverse weather and aircraft noise.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts and/or overtime, as well as on holidays and weekends.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete training program and evaluation period
• Must be aware of hazardous situations and be able to handle emergencies as needed.
• Must work under tight time constraints to accomplish job tasks.
• Must be able to perform all job functions within a limited space.
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally, using a well-modulated voice.
• Must be able to effectively communicate ideas in writing.
• Must be able to work well under stressful situations.
• Must be able to work well with others as part of a Team.
• Must be able to comprehend and keep abreast of information pertinent to the job.

Responsibilities

• Provides friendly service to and maintains positive relationships with all internal and external Customers.
• Executes the receiving, shipping, checking, classifying, issuing, inventorying (on a nonexclusive basis), storing and warehousing of supplies, tools, materials and the operation of stores equipment and the preparation and maintenance of records and reports in connection therewith
• The duties of a Material Specialist shall include the delivery of parts and materials to the maintenance department and ground equipment maintenance department
• Assembly and/or erection of stocking bins, shelves, decks, employing the use of required power tools when necessary and the driving of motor vehicles
• The pickup and delivery of parts, equipment, materials and tools where Material Specialists are assigned
• Duties vary by size and organization of the station
• Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description
• May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders.

Skills

Reading documents

Effective communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

SIDA badge eligibility

Driver's license

Job description

Department: Technical Operations

Our Company Promise

We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

Job Description:

Like working with tools and helping planes stay ready to fly? Material Specialists at Southwest work in the hangar and warehouse to keep track of airplane parts and supplies. They deliver parts to the maintenance Team, build and organize storage areas, and help with shipping, receiving, and inventory. They also drive vehicles to pick up and drop off tools and equipment. This job is great for someone who likes staying busy, working with others, and being close to our aircraft. Material Specialists help Southwest run safely and smoothly by making sure the right parts get to the right place, on time and with care.

Additional details

This role is part of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which means pay, schedules, and other job details are set through an agreement with the labor union.

Work schedules are based on seniority and may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. There may be times when mandatory overtime is required to support flight operations, but there are also opportunities to trade shifts and find a schedule that works for you.

U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.

We're committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Provides friendly service to and maintains positive relationships with all internal and external Customers.


• Executes the receiving, shipping, checking, classifying, issuing, inventorying (on a nonexclusive basis), storing and warehousing of supplies, tools, materials and the operation of stores equipment and the preparation and maintenance of records and reports in connection therewith


• The duties of a Material Specialist shall include the delivery of parts and materials to the maintenance department and ground equipment maintenance department


• Assembly and/or erection of stocking bins, shelves, decks, employing the use of required power tools when necessary and the driving of motor vehicles


• The pickup and delivery of parts, equipment, materials and tools where Material Specialists are assigned


• Duties vary by size and organization of the station


• Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description


• May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read documents, follow instructions, learn, and understand procedures, rules, and regulations including federal and local security regulations.


• Must be able to perform well in a fast-paced environment, subject to adverse weather and aircraft noise.


• Must be able to work rotating shifts and/or overtime, as well as on holidays and weekends.


• Must be able to satisfactorily complete training program and evaluation period


• Must be aware of hazardous situations and be able to handle emergencies as needed.


• Must work under tight time constraints to accomplish job tasks.


• Must be able to perform all job functions within a limited space.


• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally, using a well-modulated voice.


• Must be able to effectively communicate ideas in writing.


• Must be able to work well under stressful situations.


• Must be able to work well with others as part of a Team.


• Must be able to comprehend and keep abreast of information pertinent to the job.

Education Required:

High School Diploma or GED

Licensing/Certification

• Must be able to obtain a SIDA badge and meet all local airport requirements.


• Must possess a valid U.S. Driver's License

Physical Abilities

• Must have vision ability sufficient to perform essential job functions


• Must be able to operate a forklift


• Must be able to lift and/or move items weighing 75 pounds on a regular basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis


• Must be able to use a computer keyboard with sufficient speed to meet demands of job

Other Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines


• Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986


• Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as describe