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Material Handler

Slidell, LA

Posted: 03/06/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Industry: Defense/Government Job Number: 25-00656

Job Description


Job Summary:
We are seeking a Material Handler to coordinate the movement and storage of raw materials, finished products, and parts. This role involves receiving and documenting materials, transferring ownership, coordinating Material Review Board (MRB) shipments within the ERP system, and compiling data on order volume, production schedules, and material forecasts.

Essential Functions:
  • Perform manual and clerical duties related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, and issuing materials.
  • Count, weigh, or measure incoming and outgoing items to verify accuracy against invoices or orders.
  • Examine shipments for damage or shortages and work with shippers to resolve issues.
  • Prepare materials for shipment, including packaging, weighing, and completing shipping forms.
  • Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to transport or reorganize materials.
  • Support assembly activities and provide direction to other material handling personnel.

Supervisory Responsibility:
  • None

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • 2-4 years of experience in a similar role.
  • Forklift certification required.
  • Strong understanding of ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and non-conformance software.
  • Ability to analyze production schedules, material forecasts, and inventory shortages.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and previous plant experience preferred.

Background Prerequisites:
  • Must pass background check, employment verification, reference checks, and controlled substance testing.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
  • Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
  • May require prolonged standing and physical movement.
  • Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short- and long-term disability, life insurance, education reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Program.

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, apply today!
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT:
This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.

NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT:
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.

Meet Your Recruiter

Joe Fisher
Technical Recruiter

I am a seasoned Technical Recruiter and retired U.S. Army Human Resources Specialist with two decades of experience building high-performing teams within government and defense; holding active Secret Clearance. Recognized for demonstrating a natural aptitude for directing the full recruiting cycle while providing the optimal candidate and stakeholder experience, as well as for building robust candidate pipelines and relationship networks to proactively meet hiring and staffing needs.

Currently, I am a Technical Recruiter with Contract Professionals Inc. I conduct full cycle recruiting, sourcing specialized engineering and IT positions for civilians and veterans, while piloting the successful placement of qualified candidates into approved government projects and programs. In addition, I liaise with senior leadership, business partners, and hiring teams to ensure the company’s recruitment support structure is driving the business forward with minimal expenditures.

Colleagues describe me as a loyal, progressive, driven, down-to-earth, strategic and innovative recruiting expert who can be relied on to offer superior human resources solutions for complex corporate challenges.

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