Warehouse Specialist I (4A400 bldg 350)

Akima; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is seeking a Warehouse Specialist I in Chambersburg, PA. The role involves receiving, storing, organizing, and shipping materials using manual methods and equipment including forklifts, while keeping accurate inventory records.

Responsibilities include operating vehicles, loading/unloading, and maintaining documentation. Must have 1–3 years warehouse experience, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance;

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience working in a warehouse.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Ability to Obtain and Maintain Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Handles receipt, storage, and shipment of supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Receives, unloads, and processes incoming shipments (manual or MHE).
• Selects proper storage locations and organizes items based on documentation.
• Segregates materials by condition or transaction type; holds items for inspection.
• Routes materials to appropriate storage or designated departments.
• Reports shortages, overages, or damages to supervisor.
• Verifies stock identification and ensures accurate item selection.
• Updates inventory locations in automated systems.
• Prepares and assembles items for shipment or issue.
• Loads materials safely to prevent damage and ensure efficient unloading.
• Completes and signs shipping/receiving documents (pack lists, logbooks, etc.).
• Assists with paperwork and administrative tasks as needed.
• Plans load and determine appropriate transport equipment.
• Operates commercial vehicles (26,000–32,000 lbs.) such as vans, pickups, and flatbeds.
• Transports materials over public roads; ensures cargo is balanced and secured.
• Performs basic vehicle maintenance.
• Operates forklifts/MHE capable of lifting 20,000+ lbs.
• Must obtain or be able to obtain a CDL with required endorsements.
• Will obtain forklift certification as required.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

AFO is looking for a Warehouse Specialist I to work in Chambersburg, PA.

Handles receiving, storing, organizing, and shipping materials using manual methods and equipment like forklifts while maintaining accurate inventory and documentation.

Operates commercial vehicles to transport goods, ensures safe loading/unloading, and reports any damages or discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Handles receipt, storage, and shipment of supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Receives, unloads, and processes incoming shipments (manual or MHE).
• Selects proper storage locations and organizes items based on documentation.
• Segregates materials by condition or transaction type; holds items for inspection.
• Routes materials to appropriate storage or designated departments.
• Reports shortages, overages, or damages to supervisor.
• Verifies stock identification and ensures accurate item selection.
• Updates inventory locations in automated systems.
• Prepares and assembles items for shipment or issue.
• Loads materials safely to prevent damage and ensure efficient unloading.
• Completes and signs shipping/receiving documents (pack lists, logbooks, etc.).
• Assists with paperwork and administrative tasks as needed.
• Plans load and determine appropriate transport equipment.
• Operates commercial vehicles (26,000–32,000 lbs.) such as vans, pickups, and flatbeds.
• Transports materials over public roads; ensures cargo is balanced and secured.
• Performs basic vehicle maintenance.
• Operates forklifts/MHE capable of lifting 20,000+ lbs.
• Must obtain or be able to obtain a CDL with required endorsements.
• Will obtain forklift certification as required.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years of experience working in a warehouse.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Ability to Obtain and Maintain Secret security clearance.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.