General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations. We are about supporting the mission of the warfighter. Our products can be found with every U.S. Military branch with allies around the world. We are looking for motivated and creative individuals who want to help shape and support this organization.

The Red Lion Team is seeking a Material Handler II on First (1st) shift.

GD-OTS offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental and vision, among a few other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you. 

Summary:

Coordinates incoming and outgoing movement and storage of raw materials, finished products and parts that include functions such as warehousing, shop and delivery services to ensure material availability and delivery when needed to meet production schedules | Compiles data on order volume, production schedules and forecasts and applies statistical methods to estimate future materials requirements.

Shift: 1st

Hours: Monday-Thursday 5:30AM-3:50PM

Essential Duties: 

• Performs manual duties related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies.
• Records, counts, weighs or measures incoming or outgoing items to compare identifying information and variety against bills of lading, invoices, orders or other records.
• Examines incoming shipments for damage or shortages and corresponds with shipper to rectify.
• Completes paperwork or forms required for documentation.
• Gathering, verifying, weighing and packing items for shipment according to specifications and the applicable transportation method.
• Operates material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move stock or reorganize storage.

Required Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma/GED 
• 2-4 years experience
• OR Equivalent Combination of Relevent Education &/or Experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Written communication skills.
• Ability to gather and document information.
• Ability to lift/move heavy objects.
• Mechanical knowledge.
• Safety knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Vocational/Technical Training Degree
• Forklift Certified

Physical Demands: 

• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
• May be requested to work a different shift.
• This position is Safety Sensitive.
• Other job-specific working conditions: Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required.

Travel Requirements:

• No or very little travel likely

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added, or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee’s at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.