Materials Handler

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Materials Handler to join our team at Virgin Galactic. As a Materials Handler, you will be responsible for providing logistical support for the movement, storage, control, and protection of raw materials, supplies, work-in-process products, and finished products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect freight upon arrival, document any signs of damage, and resolve freight claims in a timely manner.
• Responsible for inbound receiving, accurately receiving all inbound deliveries into the ERP system, and maintaining records of all receipts in compliance with VG requirements.
• Visually monitor inventory levels and communicate low levels to buyers, schedulers, and others as necessary.
• Complete inventory transactions to receive and issue inventory as required.
• Operate lift trucks, pallet jacks, and other equipment to move parts to proper locations and load/offload freight trucks as required.
• Assure FIFO and material identification are maintained.
• Properly identify and locate all parts according to established procedures.
• Maintain accurate inventory, performing cycle counting, and physical inventory of stock, and assist with developing actions to correct inventory problems.
• Perform accurate transactions in the ERP system for issuing materials to appropriate cost center projects and ensuring proper authorization is received for high-cost materials.
• Verify all incoming documentation and applicable certifications are correct.
• Responsible for timely delivery of all packages that include stock and non-stock items. Interact with internal stakeholders to resolve errors and inconsistencies in shipment files.
• Work cohesively with Procurement and Production Control personnel to ensure on-time delivery of material and products to meet customer needs.
• On-going improvement of processes for shipping, receiving, kitting, and cycle counting.
• Responsible for on-time delivery of all kits and material components to internal and external manufacturing locations.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 2+ years' experience in a Supply Chain environment.
• Experience in high technology, advanced materials, or aerospace industries preferred.
• Good written/verbal communication skills, strong analytical skills.
• Strong experience with material movement and computerized inventory management (Oracle preferred).
• Familiar with working with freight delivery companies (FedEx, UPS, trucking companies, door-to-door expedited delivery companies, etc.).
• Physically able to unpack, pack, lift, and transport boxed items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Able to operate a manual pallet jack and move loaded skids weighing up to 200 pounds.
• Able to operate a lift truck is a plus, but not a requirement - training will be provided.
• Familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Familiar with the use of e-mail, including sending attachments.
• Effective organizational skills in dealing with incoming, outgoing, and customer-owned products.
• Able to successfully keep multiple tasks running simultaneously.
• Works well with people, both internally and externally, and at all levels of the organization.
• Able to prioritize and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively via the phone, email, etc.
• Self-starter with a willingness to learn new things.
• Able to provide constructive feedback and creative solutions to problems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to hold and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (either a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual as defined 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be able to obtain the required authorization from either the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
• Must not be included in the list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control.

Virgin Galactic is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are committed to a Drug-Free Workplace and require all applicants post-offer and active teammates to undergo testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

This includes initial and annual mandatory background checks that are governed by TSA and conducted by the Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport badging office for individuals seeking employment at our Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport facility.