Material Expeditor Logistics Specialist

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Overview

Material Expeditor Logistics Specialist

LOCATION: Kennedy Space Center, FL

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: BI investigation

CERTIFICATION: N/A

TRAVEL: Limited; as needed

Must be US citizen

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Technician I - Material Expeditor Logistics Specialist located at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, FL.

• Associate's degree plus one (1) year of closely related experience or High School education plus four (4) years of directly related experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.
• Ability to hold the necessary security clearances.
• Ability to hold necessary certifications.
• EDUCATION:
  
  High School Diploma
• CERTIFICATIONS:
  
  Ability to obtain certifications required for operating Material Handling Equipment.
• If required, must successfully pass background investigation.
• If required, must successfully pass drug screen.

• Perform all aspects of warehousing to include the receipt, storage, and issue of hardware and materials.
• Perform inventory database transactions to support the movement of materials.
• Receive deliveries, check packages for damage, check in and compare quantities and update system records as part of overall receiving process.
• Attend and participate in meetings and provide feedback to work team and management.
• Possess ability to obtain and maintain material handling equipment and working at heights certifications. Other certifications, licenses, and permits as required.
• Prepare and maintain necessary records, charts, files, reports, etc. to determine and report progress and status of work assignments to management.
• Check records on material, parts, and equipment. Obtain receipts when required.
• Ensure proper tie‑in information is provided to support work on subsequent shifts as needed.
• Monitor and support inventory maintenance processes to ensure FIFO, shelf life, and environmental controls are maintained and operating within requirements.
• Operate pickup and panel trucks and forklifts to facilitate the loading, unloading and transportation of materials and equipment.
• Secure and protect loads being transported.
• Support safety meetings and walk‑downs of assigned work area and equipment and coordinate with other contractors for support to correct concerns.
• Work in a team environment and perform other duties as assigned.

• All work must be completed in a safe manner in accordance with NASA and Company safety standards.
• Will be required to work inside and outside throughout the test complex.
• Position requires daily individual to travel to different areas on site.
• Walking on uneven terrain including paved areas, gravel/rocks, and dirt/sand is required to access various locations on the facility.

• Operate and maintain handling and other heavy equipment such as crane carriers, Hi‑Rangers, man lift platforms, hydraulic lifts, spider staging, converter dollies, cargo lift trailers, and tractor/trailers.
• Operate computer terminals, personal computers, and related computer peripheral equipment to maintain/adjust database logs and records, print documents and record work performance.
• Personal computer, scanner, copy machine, telephone, laser printer, fax machine and other office equipment including desk supplies.

• Will be required to climb stairs to access equipment for troubleshooting.
• Climbing ladders and platforms will be necessary.
• Will be required to wear hearing protection, eye protection and other associated personal protective equipment.
• Position may involve extended periods of sitting or standing.
• Physical requirements are sitting, walking, standing, extensive use of stairs, and access to remote structures.
• Must be able to work in tight confined space areas.

• Work assignments are normally 8‑hour shifts, 5 consecutive days per week.
• Must be dependable and punctual.
• Occasional overtime, sometimes with short notice, is required to meet demanding schedule.

• If offered a position, proof of U.S.…