Warehouse Specialist

The Prototyping Manufacturing and Integration Division (PMID) of Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc. has an exciting opportunity for a full‑time Warehouse Specialist
. This position is mainly working on‑site at our Madison, AL facility but may support at Huntsville, AL site. A Warehouse Specialist, under general supervision, will be able to perform all tasks within warehouse, such as but not limited to receiving, storing, kiting and issuing materials, equipment, and other items from stockroom, warehouse, or storage. Keeps records, examine, verify conformance to specifications and invoices and compiles inventory reports.

Stocks and maintains the warehouse inventory. Packages finished product for shipping (shrink wrapping, boxing, labeling), stages and loads finished product for shipping. Will operate forklifts and may perform preventative maintenance on the equipment. Effectively communicate and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

This position will require passing a national background check. Must be able to obtain and maintain a minimum of a SECRET clearance from the US Department of War.

• H.S. diploma or G.E.D., plus advanced training and 2-3 years’ working knowledge of warehouse, logistics or inventory management
• Ability to perform all duties related to warehouse, inventory and logistics
• Assist in preparing documentation and asset management tags for inventory control
• Able to conduct kitting operations and gather and deliver material for manufacturing orders
• Basic understanding of maintain inventories
• Structure organization information and resources efficiently
• Operate forklift, pallet jack and basic hand tools
• Effectively communicate verbal and written
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• File documents electronically and hard copies
• Work and collaborate in a team setting
• Examines stock to verify conformance to specifications and invoices; stores articles according to identifying factors; fills orders or issues supplies from inventory; requisitions inventory to fill incoming orders; and prepares inventory use reports
• Adhere and practice safety procedures, maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Work in an environment which requires sitting, sitting for long periods of time, pushing, pulling, standing, standing for long periods of time, reaching, grasping, bending, climbing, stooping, hold and move items with hand(s), multilimbed coordination, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, vision near and distance, and must be able to lift up to 50lbs individually, 50lbs or more with assistance
• Must wear all required personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to safety glasses, respirator, safety shoes, hearing protection and hand protection as required

• Active / current SECRET Clearance from the US Department of War

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities