Material Logistics Specialist

$42,640 - $42,640/Yr

American Airlines Group - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

Air Transportation

About the position

As a Material Logistics Specialist at American Airlines, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our operations run smoothly and efficiently. This position is essential for maintaining the safety and timeliness of our flights, as you will be responsible for managing inventory, handling tools and materials, and supporting various logistical functions within the company. You will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most talented professionals in the aviation industry, gaining valuable experience and skills that will aid in your career advancement. Starting pay for this position is $20.50 per hour, and you will have access to numerous opportunities for growth and development within the company. Your responsibilities will include maintaining inventory within established specifications, checking items against requisitioning forms, and ensuring that tools are serviceable and within expiration dates. You will also be tasked with counting physical inventory, issuing items to authorized personnel, and preparing parts and materials for shipment. Additionally, you will be responsible for sorting non-serviceable items, stocking and retrieving items according to safety regulations, and completing necessary paperwork for loans and purchases from other airlines. This role requires a keen attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. In this position, you will also be expected to perform general housekeeping duties, handle hazardous materials, and maintain security clearance and identification badges. You will coordinate with other employees and stakeholders to accomplish work tasks and report any discrepancies to your supervisor. The role may require you to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays, and you must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Overall, this position offers a dynamic work environment where you can thrive and contribute to the success of American Airlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory within established specifications and in serviceable condition.
• Check items handled against requisitioning or accompanying forms to identify any apparent mishandling, discrepancy, or other error.
• Check tools for serviceability and expiration date.
• Count physical inventory, checking minimums and maximums.
• Identify objects by referring to parts catalogues, parts lists, location index, and company manuals.
• Inventory and warehouse supplies, including tools and materials.
• Issue items upon request to authorized personnel.
• Load and unload items.
• Pack and unpack items.
• Place discrepancy items into a special action holding area (SAD).
• Receive and prepare parts and materials for shipment.
• Requisition parts and materials.
• Set up stock room/inventory facilities, determining proper storage methods, identification, and stock location.
• Sort non-serviceable items into salvage or scrap bins according to their condition.
• Stock and retrieve items according to company, fire safety, and good housekeeping regulations and practices.
• Visually inspect items for defects, damage, or wear.
• Complete proper paperwork to loan, borrow, or buy parts from other airlines.
• Correct routine errors related to requisitioning and its accompanying forms.
• Exchange information with Inventory Records personnel.
• Provide support to management in the completion of audits, as needed.
• Read and understand materials, such as FAA/OSHA regulations and packaging instructions for shipping out dangerous goods.
• Report any discrepancies to Crew Chief or supervisor.
• Drive motor vehicles and other stores equipment.
• Obtain certification on and drive a forklift.
• Operate storage equipment in a safe manner.
• Pick-up and deliver parts and materials to designated locations.
• Use handhelds to confirm receipt of company materials.
• Use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) to perform work.
• Perform general housekeeping in work area.
• Handle hazardous materials.
• Sign for the quality of own work.
• Maintain knowledge of and work with manuals, supply/parts catalogs, electronics parts tracking systems, and other parts ordering devices.
• Maintain security clearance, driver's license, and Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language.
• Successful completion of two years of college or a certificate from an acceptable trade/technical school, or twelve months of acceptable experience in a general warehouse or similar type supply function.
• Successful completion of all required qualifying tests, including hazardous material handling.
• Ability to distinguish colors and use simple arithmetic (addition and subtraction of six-digit numbers).
• Knowledge of and ability to use basic computer skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors in any weather conditions in accordance with Company Safety Guidelines.
• Willingness to work extra hours when there are operational needs, such as weather delays.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays, and days off.
• Must fulfill FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA).

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a warehouse environment.
• Familiarity with FAA/OSHA regulations.
• Certification in hazardous material handling.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Benefits from day one
• Opportunities for advancement
• Pet insurance