Senior Material Handler

About the role

Saab, Inc. is seeking a motivated and team-oriented Senior Material Handler to join our growing Operations team. As a Senior Material Handler, you will be responsible for performing daily tasks across receiving, stockroom/warehouse, and shipping operations. As a valued member of the team, you will also have the opportunity to collaborate with others and contribute to the continued improvement and development of our internal processes. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, 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. The company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations. Saab values diversity and offers unlimited opportunities for advancing your career while encouraging a balanced, rewarding life beyond work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, and ship domestic and international orders, including completing all required documentation.
• Complete import paperwork and coordinate clearance with Freight Forwarders.
• Coordinate domestic and international palletized shipments with Freight Forwarders.
• Unpack and inspect incoming materials against purchase orders and invoices.
• Maintain accurate records of received materials and identify and reject damaged, incorrect, or otherwise unsatisfactory items.
• Pick, kit, and distribute production materials from stockroom and warehouse locations to various departments throughout the organization.
• Examine, stock, and organize materials in inventory to effectively manage stock locations and maximize the use of available storage space.
• Perform inventory checks and daily cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Obtain quotes from Freight Forwarders for upcoming inbound and outbound shipments.
• Safely lift heavy items and operate a forklift.
• Successfully complete internal forklift testing and obtain certification.
• Maintain and organize the off-site warehouse.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex stockroom or inventory issues.
• May be required to work at both our Collamer and Enterprise facilities, both located in East Syracuse, NY.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree with 6+ years of relevant material handling experience, or a High School diploma with 8