Materials Specialist - CHS

Breeze Airways™; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental – Full Time

401K with Breeze Employee Match

Generous PTO

Travel on Breeze and other Airlines

Job summary

Breeze Airways seeks a Materials Specialist to manage warehouse inventory, shipping, and receiving in support of aircraft maintenance. You will ensure material availability, coordinate with Maintenance Operations Control for AOG recovery, and perform regular stock audits.

The role requires strict adherence to GMM, IATA hazmat standards, and a focus on safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. Starting compensation includes a $18.50/hour base with night differential and a $5,000 sign-on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record
• SIDA badge per TSA requirements
• Able to operate company vehicles and GSE
• Complete GMM training courses
• Complete DG IATA handling training and recurrent training
• Complete DG ground shipping training and recurrent training
• Pass 10-year CHRC background check
• Fluent in English
• Authorized to work in the US

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily material stores and line material operations
• Address inventory accuracy issues, parts issuing, shipping, receiving, stocking, material handling
• Manage warehouse operations for technical and non-technical inventory
• Enter data into inventory system for locating, issuing, receiving, shipping
• Coordinate with Maintenance Operations Control for AOG material movement
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate adjustments with Maintenance and Purchasing
• Conduct inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies under GMM
• Support calibration tooling, shelf-life audits, and regulatory replacements
• Assist with Hazmat shipments per IATA; coordinate fleet modification kits
• Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance Planning as needed

Skills

English fluency

Data entry

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma

Tools

TRAX (M&E) Inventory system

Job description

Under the general direction of the Materials Manager, the Materials Specialist maintains the warehouse inventory, shipping, receiving, and transportation of materials. This person will be working with the Maintenance Department at the station to ensure adequate supply of material for aircraft maintenance and ensure material needs are met throughout the organization.

Starting pay is $18.50

*$2.00 shift differential added when working from 9:00PM - 7:30AM

***$5,000 Cash Bonus will be awarded after a 12 month commitment to Breeze***

Here’s what you’ll do

• Responsible for daily oversight of Material Stores and Line Material operations
• Oversee and problem-solve issues associated with inventory accuracy, parts issuing, shipping, receiving, stocking, material handling, and equipment
• Responsible for warehouse operations of Technical and Non-Technical inventory
• Perform data entry into the company inventory system to include locating, issuing, receiving, shipping of materials, warehousing of supplies, tools, and materials
• Collaborate with Maintenance Operations Control (MOC) for movement of inventory, tooling, and special equipment for Aircraft on Ground (AOG) recovery
• Monitor and update stock items, minimum and maximum stock levels, and coordinate stock level adjustments with Maintenance, Purchasing, and/or other departments within the company
• Perform inventory audits, inspections, inventory reconciliations, and maintain compliance with the General Maintenance Manual (GMM)
• Work in conjunction with Maintenance and Quality departments to complete calibrated tooling, Shelf-Life audits, and replacements for monthly regulatory compliance
• Perform periodic receiving inspection functions as assigned to by Quality Control
• Prepare Hazmat material shipments in accordance with International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations
• Coordinate with Engineering and Maintenance Planning to prepare fleet modification kits
• Other duties as assigned by the Materials Manager
• Achieve performance measures and adhere to established standards in conjunction with Breeze Aviation Group Values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity and Excellence

Here’s what you need to be successful

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and a driving record that meets Breeze Airways standards
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge in accordance with TSA requirements
• Ability to drive company vehicles, trucks, forklifts, and other Ground Service Equipment (GSE)
• Pass Materials and the General Maintenance Manual (GMM) training courses
• Pass Dangerous Goods (DG) International Air Transport Association (IATA) course and maintain recurrent training
• Pass Dangerous Goods (DG) ground shipping and maintain recurrent training
• Pass a ten (10) year background check and criminal history records check (CHRC)
• Must be fluent in English
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Organizational fit for the Breeze culture, that is, exhibit the Breeze values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity and Excellence
• Self-starter must have a positive attitude and strong desire for success
• Must have authorization to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986

Preferred Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Business, Aerospace, or other relevant field
• TRAX (M&E) Inventory system
• Warehousing or experience in a stockroom environment
• Strong technical and analytical background to provide TRAX, Excel, and other reports
• Valid Passport with no restrictions to travel outside of the United States

Skills/Talents

• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate to Leadership
• Must be able to handle high-stress situations
• Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Well-groomed and able to maintain a professional appearance
• Ability to comply and maintain Occupation Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
• Ability to lift, carry, and move medium to heavy weights of 50 pounds or more
• Must be able to climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently in relatively confined spaces
• Exemplifies Breeze’s safety culture, values, and mission
• Ability to work with individuals and teams at all levels in the organization

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Frequently lift, carry, and move parts and materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and climb for extended periods in a warehouse environment
• Operate material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks or forklifts, where applicable
• Frequent use of hands and arms to handle, sort, and shelve inventory
• Exposure to varying temperatures and elevated noise levels

Perks of the Job

• Health, Vision and Dental – Full Time
• Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match
• 401K with Breeze Employee Match
• Generous PTO
• Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!