Materials Specialist - CHS

Responsibilities

• Daily oversight of Material Stores and Line Material operations.
• Oversee and problem‑solve issues related to inventory accuracy, parts issuing, shipping, receiving, stocking, material handling, and equipment.
• Manage warehouse operations for technical and non‑technical inventory.
• Perform data entry into the company inventory system for locating, issuing, receiving, shipping, and warehousing of supplies, tools, and materials.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Operations Control (MOC) for movement of inventory, tooling, and special equipment for Aircraft on Ground (AOG) recovery.
• Monitor and update stock items, minimum and maximum stock levels, and coordinate adjustments with Maintenance, Purchasing, and other departments.
• Conduct inventory audits, inspections, reconciliations, and maintain compliance with the General Maintenance Manual (GMM).
• Work with Maintenance and Quality departments to complete calibrated tooling, shelf‑life audits, and replacements for monthly regulatory compliance.
• Perform periodic receiving inspection functions as assigned by Quality Control.
• Prepare Hazmat material shipments in accordance with International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Maintenance Planning to prepare fleet modification kits.
• Other duties as assigned by the Materials Manager.
• Achieve performance measures and adhere to established standards in line with Breeze Aviation Group values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, and Excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a driving record meeting Breeze Airways standards.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge in accordance with TSA requirements.
• Ability to operate company vehicles, trucks, forklifts, and other ground service equipment (GSE).
• Pass Materials and the General Maintenance Manual (GMM) training courses.
• Pass Dangerous Goods (DG) International Air Transport Association (IATA) course and maintain recurrent training.
• Pass Dangerous Goods (DG) ground shipping and maintain recurrent training.
• Pass a ten‑year background check and criminal history records check (CHRC).
• Fluent in English and at least 18 years of age.
• Demonstrated fit with Breeze culture and values.
• Self‑starter with a positive attitude and strong desire for success.
• Authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four‑year degree in Business, Aerospace, or a related field.
• Experience with TRAX (M&E) inventory system.
• Warehousing or stockroom experience.
• Strong technical and analytical background for generating TRAX, Excel, and other reports.
• Valid passport with no travel restrictions.

Skills & Talents

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong presentation abilities for communicating with leadership.
• Ability to handle high‑stress situations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Willingness to work a 24‑hour operation, including holidays, weekends, overtime, or late‑night shifts.
• Professional appearance and grooming.
• Compliance with OSHA standards.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, and move medium to heavy weights (50 lb or more) and to climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently in confined spaces.
• Teamwork and collaboration across all organizational levels.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Frequent lifting, carrying, and moving of parts and materials up to 50 lb.
• Standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, and climbing for extended periods in a warehouse environment.
• Operation of material‑handling equipment such as pallet jacks or forklifts, where applicable.
• Frequent use of hands and arms to handle, sort, and shelve inventory.
• Exposure to varying temperatures and elevated noise levels.

Pay

Starting pay is $18.50 per hour, with a $2.00 shift differential for work performed between 9:00 PM and 7:30 AM. Bonus incentives include $2,000 after six months of employment, $3,000 after twelve months, and an additional $5,000 cash bonus after a twelve‑month commitment to Breeze.

Benefits

• Full‑time health, vision, and dental coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Breeze employee match.
• 401(k) plan with Breeze employee match.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Travel privileges on Breeze and other airlines.