Materials Handling & Distribution Specialist

Defense Logistics Agency; New Cumberland (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) seeks a warehouse operations specialist to manage stock, receive and process shipments, and oversee MHE operations in a federal warehouse environment.

The role emphasizes compliance with security, safety, and Federal labor standards, including pre-employment physicals, drug-free workplace, and required licenses.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain necessary certifications and access to government facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience with warehouse processes and stock control.
• Ability to follow procedures for receiving, packing, and shipping.
• Eligibility to obtain required federal licenses and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Select, stow, research, survey locations, and perform physical inventory.
• Receive, unload, and process incoming shipments; verify documents.
• Pack items and determine materials, containers, and preservatives.
• Assemble shipments and verify container conditions before loading.
• Operate MHE such as forklift and other warehouse vehicles.
• Maintain tallies during counts and assist with locating misplaced items.

Skills

Material handling

Inventory control

Documentation review

Tools

MHE operation

Job description

Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) seeks a warehouse operations specialist to manage stock, receive and process shipments, and oversee MHE operations in a federal warehouse environment.

The role emphasizes compliance with security, safety, and Federal labor standards, including pre-employment physicals, drug-free workplace, and required licenses.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain necessary certifications and access to government facilities.