Job Description We are seeking a Material Handling Specialist, with carpentry skills, to join our team in Louisville, KY. In this role, you will be responsible for the seamless flow of Government and Company-owned inventory, ensuring that materials are packaged (crates, cartons, & pallets) & labeled. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in inventory control with a commitment to safety and operational excellence to maintain the high standards of our supply chain operations.
Qualifications & Core Competencies
- Understanding of how to use power tools and reading a tape measure.
- Possesses a strong understanding of inventory control and material handling functions.
- Performs the receipt, storing and issuing of Government and Company owned inventory.
- Utilizes various types of material handling equipment to safely transport, store and issue material.
- Researches and resolves issues associated with various inventory activities.
- Assures a high degree of inventory accuracy is maintained through accurate storing and issuing of inventory and timely and accurate computer transaction input.
Responsibilities
- Creates & designs wood boxes in a carpentry shop.
- Performs banding, wrapping, tagging, etc. for the safe and efficient movement, storage and preservation of material
- Receives, stores and issues Government and Company owned inventory
- Verifies accuracy of work and completes appropriate paperwork and computer transactions to ensure inventory accuracy and quality workmanship
- Researches and resolves issues associated with various inventory activities
- Safely operates various types of material handling equipment
- Implements and maintains 5 S Principles and housekeeping standards in his/her work area
- Understands and follows established safety rules and practices
- Understands and follows established work instructions to assure adherence to ISO standards and MMAS requirements
- Performs routine daily maintenance checks on material handling equipment
- Uses computerized system to accurately document time and attendance
- Executes assigned responsibilities with minimal Team Leader and/or Worker Leader assistance
Additional Duties (Dependent on assigned area)
- Packaging and crating functions associated with shipment of complex defense products
- Interprets drawing and Mil Specs associated with packaging and crating requirements
- Complex rigging and movement of work in process material and finished goods
- Assists Team Leader with distribution of daily work assignments and trains others to perform material handling functions
- Assists facilitation of weekly Team meetings and champions process improvements
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Education, Experience, & Skills - Requires basic carpentry skills
- Capable of performing packaging and crating functions associated with a shipping function specializing in complex defense products
- Basic understanding of inventory control principles and various material handling functions
- Possession of a valid driver’s license
- Understands and accurately inputs computer transactions associated with inventory management
- Basic Excel and Email knowledge
- Ability to consistently count accurately
- Ability to operate a variety of equipment used to move and transport material of all types and sizes, including a forklift with 10,000 lb. capacity
- Must be able to stand for long periods, stoop, bend, reach, climb, walk substantial distances and lift up to 40 pounds
- Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to read a tape measure
Pay InformationThis position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
