Material Handler II (2nd Shift)

To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

CesiumAstro develops out‑of‑the‑box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. The company offers a dynamic, cross‑functional work environment that encourages learning, development, and collaboration across the organization. This role is a Material Handler II position on the 2nd shift, supporting manufacturing, repair, and rework of satellite communications equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure orderly production and distribution of products by pulling orders from inventory, delivering production materials and supplies where needed, and staging finished product for final distribution.
• Contribute to the orderly operation of stock and/or materials storage area.
• Maintain inventory by identifying, labeling, and keeping materials and supplies in stock, recording location of inventory, and reporting shortages.
• Locate materials and supplies by pulling and verifying items listed on production orders.
• Maintain in‑process inventory at work centers by delivering and opening materials and supplies.
• Locate and pack materials for shipping.
• Document materials and record units delivered and their locations.
• Prepare finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling, packing, crating, loading, and securing product.
• Document product shipment by recording units shipped.
• Operate pallet jacks and other machinery to move items, or signal machine operators to move materials onto and off trucks, ships, and loading docks.
• Keep inventory, loading areas, and machinery clean.
• Open containers, sort, and catalog materials.
• Learn and adhere to workplace safety regulations.
• Train and mentor employees to become more proficient and productive in all aspects of Material Handler responsibilities.
• Participate in process improvement activities and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 0–3 years of experience working as a material handler.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Adept at handling multiple tasks of moderate complexity simultaneously.
• Proficient with prioritizing tasks and meeting multiple deadlines.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Process‑improvement mindset.
• Knowledge of inventory control.
• Ability to lift heavy materials.
• Data‑entry skills and the ability to read and analyze information.

Preferred Experience

• Previous stock or inventory experience.
• Previous experience operating a forklift or pallet jack.

Benefits

• Company stock options.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement plans.

CesiumAstro may use artificial intelligence tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist the recruitment team but do not replace human judgment.