Material Specialist I

Elbit Systems of America, LLC; Talladega, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Employee referral program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Elbit America in Talladega, Alabama seeks a Shipping/Receiving Clerk to support the stockroom and shipping department. The role emphasizes accurate receipt, packaging, labeling, and distribution of materials in a fast-paced warehouse.

Responsibilities include processing shipping/receiving documents, operating ERP and MS Office, and maintaining inventory with attention to safety stock. Physical work and occasional forklift use are involved.

Qualifications

• Will have a successful background in warehousing and inventory control/management.
• Be aware of compliance fundamentals.
• Functional in ERP systems and database management required.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills.
• Must be willing to work long hours in an open warehouse environment.
• Computer-literate Windows-based systems: ERP modules related to driving inventory and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Identify, count, log, weigh, and validate incoming and outgoing products and materials to properly package, distribute, and/or store such items, ensuring all regulations are met.
• Move, load and unload, store and retrieve materials using hand trucks, dollies, and forklift trucks.
• Initiate and prepare requisitions for standard supplies and materials based on established inventory levels; maintain safety stock.
• Purchase materials via company account on petty cash and process related paperwork.
• Obtain proper authorization signature for deliveries and record receipts.
• Verify items against shipping/receiving documents and report discrepancies.
• Follow packing material standards per Military or customer specifications when applicable.
• Perform related shipping/receiving duties including clerical tasks and possible van driving.

Skills

Warehousing

Inventory control

ERP systems

MS Office

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year shipping/receiving experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Company Information:

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engag ed in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube .

Job Summary:

Under the guidance of a lead Shipping/Receiving/Stockroom employee responsible for the performance of a variety of manual and clerical duties required for the accurate and timely receipt, packaging, labeling, shipping, and distribution of materials and products through the Company Stockroom and Shipping departments. Typical duties could include, but would not be limited to, those listed below.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Identify, count, check, log, weigh, and validate incoming and outgoing products and materials to properly package, distribute, and/or store such items, ensuring all military (if applicable), customer, state, federal, and customer regulations are met.
• Move, load and unload, store and retrieve materials, supplies, parts, raw stock, etc. May use hand trucks, dollies, and forklift trucks.
  Provide accurate and timely processing and disposition of all shipping and material documents, including purchase orders, receiving reports, freight bills, packing slips, invoices, routing tags, bills of lading, and damaged goods records.
• Initiate and prepare requisitions for standard supplies and materials based on established inventory levels or department requests. Obtain required approvals and check the price and delivery of locally purchased material. Maintain safety stock of critical supplies as necessary.
• Purchase materials via company account on petty cash and execute all associated paperwork, including vouchers, receipts, purchase orders, etc. Maintain the back-order file and follow up.
• Obtain proper authorization signature for deliveries, and record and return all receipts.
• Verify items to be shipped or received against information contained in Shipping/Receiving documents. Notify supervisor of damage, improper quantity, or other discrepancies.
• Follow standard instructions in the selection of proper use of packing materials and packing procedures in accordance with Military, Air Transport Association or special customer specifications, if applicable.
• Perform a variety of related shipping and receiving duties that may include general clerical work, light typing, checking items shipped or received, driving a company van, etc.
  Education, Experience & License or Certification

Education, Experience & License or Certification:

• High school education or equivalent in order to understand and use commercial English and basic Mathematics where accuracy is important.
• Requires familiarity with material handling documents and basic Shipping/Receiving procedures normally gained with a minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Must be able to perform general clerical duties that require basic computer skills.

Skills and Abilities:

• Will have a successful background in warehousing and inventory control/management.
• Be aware of compliance fundamentals.
• Functional in ERP systems and database management required.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills.
• Must be willing to work long hours in an open warehouse environment.
• Computer-literate Windows-based systems: understanding of ERP (enterprise resources planning) modules related to driving inventory and the MS Office suite.

Physical Requirements:

• This position requires frequent physical activity, including walking, standing, and lifting up to 40 pounds (over 40 pounds with assistance)

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.