Material Handler

About the role

The Material Handler supports daily warehouse and inventory operations to ensure accurate receipt, storage, movement, and shipment of materials and products. This position plays a critical role in maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting production through work order kitting, and ensuring timely shipping and receiving activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of and maintain production schedules to meet internal customer demands and production targets
• Cook with the engineering, procurement, and production teams to ensure timely availability of materials
• Monitor production progress and make adjustments as necessary to stay on schedule
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements
• Collaborate with engineering and quality assurance to resolve production issues
• Prepare weekly and monthly production reports across several concurrent projects
• Facilitate communication between engineering, procurement, and production teams
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings to discuss production goals and strategies
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks as required
• Assist with receiving inspections and non-conforming material segregation when necessary
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and inventory control processes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to warehouse and inventory operations

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, or inventory control preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or production environment preferred
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems such as Deltek Costpoint or similar inventory systems preferred
• Ability to read work orders, packing slips, shipping documents, and inventory reports
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification preferred

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Understanding of inventory control principles and warehouse best practices
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence

Mental Requirements

• Excellent written and spoken communication skills for documentation, intra-team, and interdisciplinary communication
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documentation
• Ability to analyze problems using scientific and logical thinking
• Possess strong organizational and detail-oriented skills
• Ability to multi-task effectively
• Strong sense of accountability and reliability
• Proactive problem-solving mindset
• Ability to support fast-paced operations while maintaining accuracy and quality standards
• Warehouse and manufacturing environment
• May require occasional overtime or schedule flexibility to support operational demands
• Exposure to moving equipment, shipping materials, and production activities

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift or move items and supplies, up to 10 pounds.

Our Heritage

AVT Simulation is an Orlando-based, end-to-end systems integration and full-service modeling and simulation small business founded in 1998 by an engineer. Since our beginning, AVT's highly specialized staff of engineers has included some of the top leaders in the simulation industry. With an average of over 20 years of simulation experience, our dedicated staff provides specialized solutions for customers requiring on-point solutions to complex problems.

Our core values are People First, Mission Excellence, Do the Right Thing, and Commitment. These values guide us towards success and make us a great company to work for and a strong partner to work with.