Materials Specialist Lead - MSY

Breeze Airways; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; 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 is seeking a Lead Material Specialist to oversee daily warehousing and line material operations, ensuring accuracy and timely issue of parts across the maintenance workflow.

The role collaborates with Maintenance Operations Control to support Aircraft on Ground recovery, maintains stock levels, and leads in safety and regulatory compliance, including IATA Hazmat shipments.

Qualifications

• Six months in the role of Material Specialist or equivalent experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement.
• Strong technical and analytical background to provide TRAX, Excel, and other reports.
• 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) 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).
• Valid Passport with no restrictions to travel outside of the United States.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Organizational fit for Breeze culture, that is, 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.
• Travel for the position as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and problem-solve issues associated with inventory accuracy, parts issuing, shipping, receiving, stocking, material handling.
• Responsible for warehouse operations of Technical and Non-Technical inventory.
• 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.
• Perform inventory audits, inspections, inventory reconciliations, and maintain compliance with the General Maintenance Manual (GMM).
• Prepare Hazmat material shipments in accordance with IATA regulations.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Maintenance Planning to prepare fleet modification kits.
• Other duties as assigned by the Materials Supervisor or Manager.

Skills

TRAX

Excel

Analytical skills

Education

4-year degree in Business/Aerospace

Tools

TRAX (M&E) Inventory system

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Lead Material Specialist is responsible for assigning, leading, directing, or approving work of other Material Specialist under his/her supervision and participates in the performing of work as required. The Lead Material Specialist reports to a Supervisor, Material and carries out instructions as assigned in accordance with FAA regulations and Breeze policy and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily oversight of Material warehousing 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
• 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 Supervisor or 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

• Six months in the role of Material Specialist or equivalent experience
• High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement
• Strong technical and analytical background to provide TRAX, Excel, and other reports
• 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)
• Valid Passport with no restrictions to travel outside of the United States
• 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
• Travel for the position as required

Preferred Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Business, Aerospace, or other relevant field
• TRAX (M&E) Inventory system
• Warehousing or experience in a stockroom environment
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate to Leadership
• Ability to handle high-stress situations
• Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• 24- hour operation may require holiday, weekend, overtime, or late-night work
• Well-groomed and able to maintain a professional appearance
• Ability to comply and maintain Occupational 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!

We want to hire people who live our values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity and Excellence.

Breeze Airways provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Breeze Airways will never request your Social Security Number, Driver’s License or Date of Birth on our job postings. Job Postings requesting any or all of this information should be regarded as a scam.