Materials Specialist I — Aerospace Manufacturing

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 52,323,000 - 87,366,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Fullerton, California, seeks a Materials Specialist I to support materials flow in a high‑tech aerospace environment.

This on‑site role involves moving materials, maintaining accurate inventories, and coordinating shipments to sustain production. The position offers entry to mid‑level responsibility within a global aerospace company, with exposure to ERP/SAP systems, 5S practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience related to materials and/or shipping/receiving.
• U.S. work authorization required. Visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Move raw materials to maintain production schedules.
• Maintain inventory accuracy for material stores and finished goods.
• Pack, stage, and ship finished goods; expedite critical shipments when needed.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement in daily tasks.
• Resolve materials-related issues with supervisor/manager input.
• Perform physical counts to assist inventory audits.
• Support manufacturing operations, customers, and suppliers as needed.
• Comply with EHS rules and report incidents or near misses.
• Operate with minimal supervision and maintain 5S standards.

Skills

Materials handling

Inventory control

Shipping/receiving

ERP SAP

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Fullerton, California, seeks a Materials Specialist I to support materials flow in a high‑tech aerospace environment.

This on‑site role involves moving materials, maintaining accurate inventories, and coordinating shipments to sustain production. The position offers entry to mid‑level responsibility within a global aerospace company, with exposure to ERP/SAP systems, 5S practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.