Material Expediter

About the role

The Material Expediter coordinates the movement, staging, and prioritization of Army equipment and materiel during the turn-in process at a contractor-managed site. This position ensures timely workflow between receiving, inspection, warehousing, and transportation operations while maintaining compliance with Army supply regulations, technical manuals, and contract requirements. The Material Expediter plays a critical role in reducing processing delays and supporting property accountability by ensuring equipment flows efficiently through the turn-in cycle.

Responsibilities

• Expedite the movement of vehicles, equipment, and Class IX repair parts from receiving to inspection, staging, and warehousing areas.
• Monitor and prioritize items requiring immediate attention or special handling (e.g., hazardous, sensitive, or controlled items).
• Ensure equipment is staged properly for inspection, accountability, or outbound shipment.
• Verify that turn-in documents (DA Form 1348-1A, DD Form 200, condition codes) match the items being processed.
• Track movement status of materiel and update logs, spreadsheets, or Army systems (GCSS-Army, DPAS, LMP) as required.
• Report discrepancies in documentation, property records, or shipment status to supervisors.
• Work closely with Supply Technicians, Warehouse Specialists, Transportation Coordinators, and Quality Control staff to ensure smooth equipment flow.
• Communicate with Army unit personnel to resolve delays or issues during mass turn-ins.
• Support outbound shipping requirements by ensuring materiel is staged, packaged, and ready for loading.
• Assist in reconciling shortages, overages, or mismatches in equipment turn-ins.
• Participate in cyclic inventories, spot checks, and property accountability reviews (PARs).
• Ensure items are properly tagged, labeled, and condition-coded before storage or shipment.
• Ensure safe movement of materiel using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
• Comply with OSHA, Army, and company safety standards during staging and handling.
• Follow environmental standards for HAZMAT handling, packaging, and disposal.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred; logistics or supply coursework preferred.
• Experience: 2–4 years of logistics, supply, or warehousing experience (Army contractor or SSA operations preferred). Experience in equipment turn-in or material coordination strongly desirable.
• Knowledge Requirements:
  • U.S. Army supply/property regulations (AR 710-2, AR 735-5, DA PAM 710-2-1).
  • Army logistics systems: GCSS-Army, DPAS, LMP.
  • Basic knowledge of Army condition codes and accountability standards.
• Skills:
  • Strong organizational and multitasking ability in a high-volume environment.
  • Ability to interpret Army documentation and process errors quickly.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Forklift/MHE certification (OF 346 license preferred).
  • Effective teamwork and communication with Army units and contractor staff.
• Requirements:
  • Real ID.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to obtain and retain a Common Access Card (CAC) with Tier 1 Investigation.
  • Favorable background check and drug test results.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits.
• Vacation, holiday, and sick leave as defined under the DOL’s Wage Determination.