Logistics Specialist

SAIC•Bedford, IN

18h•Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a Logistics Specialist I to support the Container System production program at its Bedford, Indiana Production Facility. This is a hands-on, fast-paced production role supporting a mission-critical Department of War program. The position manages materials and inventory in support of active unit production and delivery schedules, including receiving, tracking, organizing, and preparing materials for production and shipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; no prior experience is required.
Active SECRET clearance required, or ability to obtain one.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical warehouse duties.
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment with shifting priorities.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for inventory tracking and reporting.
Experience receiving and processing materials against purchase orders and packing lists.
Familiarity with barcode scanning, part number tagging, and inventory labeling systems.
Basic understanding of Bills of Materials (BOM) and production documentation.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in logistics, warehousing, inventory management, or supply chain in a production or manufacturing environment.
Associate's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Experience with inventory management systems and Excel-based tracking tools.
Forklift certification, or willingness to obtain one; 35k certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive, inspect, and log incoming materials and components against the program Bill of Materials (BOM) and purchase orders.
Maintain accurate inventory records in Excel and SAIC's Integrated Manufacturing Toolkit (IMT), including part numbers, quantities, locations, and status.
Organize and stage materials in designated storage locations for efficient production retrieval.
Tag and label inventory items with part number identification for traceability.
Coordinate with Corporate Procurement regarding incoming shipments, delivery schedules, and material shortages.
Support Physical Configuration Audit (PCA) activities by providing accurate inventory counts and location data.
Identify and report discrepancies between received materials and purchase orders or BOM requirements.
Support production with material pulls, kitting, and staging for active unit builds.
Maintain shipping and receiving documentation, including packing lists, bills of lading, and delivery receipts.
Coordinate outbound shipments, including unit delivery logistics and material transfers between PCB and Bedford facilities.
Support cycle counts and periodic inventory reconciliation.
Assist with forklift operations and material handling as needed.