Material Handler

Job Category:

Mx Materials

Maintains, ships, and handles aircraft parts and material. Ensures timely location and acquisition of parts/materials for maintenance.

• Accurately issue and or deliver parts and materials to various departments. Ensure timely location and acquisition of parts/materials for Maintenance using the computer tracking system and other resources.
• Ensure proper handling of aircraft parts during transactions, shipping, and receiving to avoid damage, flight cancellations or delays.
• Perform accurate and timely computer system transactions including parts/materials issue and returns, warehouse transfers and bin transfers.
• Receive and inspect parts and materials. Log information in computer.
• Ensure parts/materials are properly stored, identified and comply with Shelf Life programs.
• Expedite past-due repair and purchase orders for critical spare requirements.
• Maintain awareness of Suspected Unapproved Parts (SUP) to prevent entry of SUP into Company inventories.
• Perform shipping functions of both hazardous/non-hazardous material using a variety of options, including creating and delivering counter to counter shipments for air transport.
• Review the computer system daily for open requisitions to determine if requested parts/materials are still needed and cancel/delete outdated requisitions. Conduct inventory cycle counts. Accurately report discrepancies.
• Work with different departments to ensure maintenance tasks are completed to support the organization.
• Conduct monthly self-audits including shelf life, hazardous shipping files and various FAA audits.
• Maintain tooling needed to perform maintenance tasks.
• Maintain a secure, clean and orderly stockroom per Company policies and procedures and FAA requirements.
• Ensure compliance with hazardous materials/dangerous goods regulations. Follow and comply with all Environmental Protection Agency polices that impact the airline.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Education and/or Experience.

• High school diploma or equivalent. Must be at least 18 years old.
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record.
• Able to operate forklifts and other machinery.
• Must be able to pass and remain current on HAZMAT Dangerous Goods Handling course.
• Possess basic computer skills in Microsoft Office and Word.
• Must be willing to travel for training and company needs.
• Must be a self-starter who can provide excellent customer service.

Previous experience in warehouse, parts, supply chain, etc. is helpful.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Must be able to properly communicate between departments.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Makes limited decisions and determines best methods to solve problems by referring to established precedents and policies. Impact of decisions is moderately low.

Able to focus with clear vision at 20 inches or less (computer screen).

Able to lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Work in outdoor weather conditions within an open air hangar. Exposed to moderate noise.

Travel up to 10% of the time, including overnight travel.

Able to work a schedule that supports 24 hour operations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Republic Airways is one of the largest regional airlines in North America. Republic operates a fleet of 200+ Embraer 170/175 aircraft and offers scheduled passenger service with 900 daily flights to 80+ cities in the U.S. and Canada.

Republic continues to lead the way in innovation and operational excellence for 50 years. The unrivaled work being done by our over 6,000 Associates sets us apart from the competition. We are in an era of growth and untapped potential across the aviation industry. It’s an exciting time to be part of our Company, from corporate positions to the flight deck.

No matter your role, your opportunities are elevated at Republic Airways.

Republic Airways fosters a culture of trust, respect, care and fun. We believe our people and the passion they bring to their work is what distinguishes us. We work to encourage, support and invest in our Associates both professionally and personally. We live and breathe our…