Field Logistics Technician

E2 Optics•Cedar Rapids, IA

19d

About The Position

The Field Logistics Technician supports warehouse and field logistics operations, including safety, materials handling, inventory control, receiving, storage, and shipment. The role coordinates with the logistics team to fulfill material requests, anticipate shortages, and maintain accurate inventory and reporting. It also involves mentoring warehouse staff and may require travel as needed by E2 Optics. The position works in indoor business-office and construction environments, generally with moderate noise. Physical duties include frequent standing and walking, occasional stooping or kneeling, regularly lifting or moving up to 40 pounds and frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds, and regularly carrying and climbing ladders up to 20 feet. The employee may need to operate scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs, and may work in tight or confined spaces.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in materials handling, warehouse operations, or logistics.
Demonstrated ability to lead small teams or projects.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and basic logistics software.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Strong leadership, communication, influencing, and collaboration skills.
Ability to reconcile stock counts with report data and manage a database.
Ability to receive, stock, and/or deliver goods.
Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
Professional demeanor and communication with customers, field teams, vendors, and management.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with deadlines.
Strong incident investigation, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement skills.
Ability to adapt to changing situations, workflow, and deadlines.
Ability to respond positively to situations and provide good customer service.
Strong administrative and organizational skills.
Good command of English for effective phone, desk-side, and email support.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 40 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds.
Ability to regularly carry and climb ladders up to 20 feet.
Ability to operate scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs if required.
Ability to work in tight and confined spaces when required.

Responsibilities

Follow safe work practices and company and client worksite safety policies and procedures.
Promote company Core Values and help foster a family-centric culture.
Champion safety initiatives in warehouses and at job sites, including compliance with PPE and safety protocols.
Load, unload, and transport materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
Perform inventory cycle counts and accurately update inventory management systems.
Assist in managing warehouse and logistics equipment, including forklifts and trailers.
Track inventory, coordinate material requests, anticipate shortages, and reorder supplies as needed.
Support development of inventory metrics and reporting for continuous improvement.
Receive, inspect, and store materials, verifying order accuracy and specifications.
Package, label, document, and ship materials accurately and on time.
Reconcile packing slips with purchase orders in coordination with the Logistics Coordinator.
Mentor and lead warehouse staff, ensuring tasks are completed effectively and efficiently.
Travel as required by E2 Optics.