Senior Material Handler

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. Collins Aerospace, a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions, helps redefine the aerospace and defense industry with a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise.

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Material Handler to support assembly operations by managing physical inventory movement. You will use state-of-the-art vertical lift modules for kitting and storing inventory, delivering final kits to the production line to support the final assembly process and contribute to high-quality aerospace and industrial solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage material flow by performing kitting, inventory retrieval, and timely delivery of components to production areas.
• Receive, verify, and store parts in controlled stockroom locations using automated vertical lift systems and ERP tools.
• Perform SAP goods-movement transactions and issue parts to work orders.
• Monitor production schedules, rates, and material needs.
• Conduct cycle counts and clipboard counts; perform ERP research to resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain 5S standards and a FOD-free material environment; conduct DIVEs and report findings to leadership.
• Apply lean manufacturing tools to improve material flow and processes.
• Collaborate with Production Control, Quality, and Engineering to ensure materials meet schedule and configuration requirements.
• Coordinate with Team Leader, Quality, Engineering, or Production Control to resolve part discrepancies or documentation issues.
• Provide backup coverage for other material handling functions during absences or peak production periods.
• Participate in team meetings, Tag-ups, and daily management/production walks as needed.
• Assist with inventory replenishment projects, including organizing overflow storage and rotating stock.
• Participate in and help influence Continuous Improvement events.
• Support receiving activities by assisting with incoming material inspections and staging parts for put-away.
• Maintain compliance with EHS guidelines by monitoring safe material movement and reporting hazards.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Inventory management experience.
• ERP systems experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, CORE, and/or ACE Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• SAP experience.
• APICS CPIM training or certification.
• Cycle counting experience.
• Kitting experience.
• Experience operating Vertical Lift Modules.

Schedule

1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Pay

The salary range for this role is 43,400 USD - 82,600 USD. The range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Factors considered include role, function, responsibilities, work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off after 121 days.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.