Senior Material Handler

As Saab, Inc. begins manufacturing operations in Grayling, MI, we are seeking a Senior Material Handler to serve as an integral link between manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, facilities, safety, and the quality team on-site.

Responsibilities

• Perform the receipt, storage, movement, inventory, and shipment of HAZMAT Class 1 Explosives, following all applicable regulations, including DOW, DOT, ATF, and NFPA 495 guidelines.
• Receive, stock, and maintain incoming inventory from vendors.
• Pick, kit, and deliver inventory items to the production floor.
• Perform all required transactions within Oracle.
• Perform internal and inter-company movement of materials.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies identified during cycle counts.
• Perform UPS and FedEx shipments using online shipping systems.
• Perform kitting, crating, packing, and coordinate with freight forwarders on larger shipments.
• Complete all domestic and international shipping paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with government export regulations on international shipments.
• Prepare and maintain records of merchandise shipped, including posting weights and shipping charges.
• Examine, stock, and distribute materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines.
• Prepare kitting packages for assembly production as required.
• May provide support to a project or own a component of a project.
• Safely and efficiently use hand tools, hand trucks, and forklifts.
• Strict adherence to all company policies, procedures, safety regulations, and applicable federal, state, and local laws at all times.
• Maintain full accountability of explosive assets through accurate inventory control, documentation, and secure storage.

Requirements

• Typically has an associate’s degree, technical/business school, or equivalent; may vary by functional area.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience may include advanced support skills, and extensive knowledge of tools, software, and other technologies.
• Effectively uses problem solving skills and analytical thinking.
• Regularly required to adapt to procedures, processes, and techniques.
• Ability to lift heavy items and perform physical material handling tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload effectively.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Normally receives limited instruction on daily work, general instructions on newly introduced assignments.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accountability in a high-stakes, regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of HAZMAT classifications, labeling, segregation, and storage requirements.
• Prior experience with Class 1 explosives or other regulated hazardous materials preferred.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen as Saab is a federal government contractor adhering to drug-free workplace policies.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Pay

Starting hourly rate: $25.00. The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

About Us

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose: to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.