Materials Handler

Defense Logistics Agency•New Cumberland Defense Logistics Center, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a full range of warehouse functions in either a major segment of a large warehouse or as the principal materials handler in a small warehouse. Receives, stores, and assembles a variety of bin and bulk supplies, materials, equipment, and commodities for issue, shipment, and distribution. The position may be located on various shifts at DLA Distribution Susquehanna in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The work involves receiving and processing shipments, checking shipping documentation against container or packing labels, reporting overages, shortages, and damaged items, and preparing shipments for loading. The materials handler checks container condition, ensures shipments are loaded onto the correct conveyances, and organizes loading sequences and incoming shipments for space utilization, safety, and damage protection. The role also arranges storage space and stock locations, conducts inventories, maintains tally listings, and investigates discrepancies or misplaced items. The position operates material-handling equipment, including forklifts, warehouse tractors, stock selectors, or general-purpose vehicles. It may also involve packing or repacking items using standard materials and techniques. Work takes place inside and outside warehouses and storage areas, with varied environmental conditions and potential exposure to physical hazards. The role requires a pre-employment physical and the ability to obtain and maintain required equipment, vehicle, and other licenses or certifications.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must meet the applicable screen-out element and demonstrate the knowledge and skill needed to perform the work; no specific length of experience is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Material Handling Equipment (MHE) license.
Must be able to obtain and maintain licenses or certifications required by the installation and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license or certification to operate government vehicles.
Must pass a pre-employment physical.
Must meet applicable suitability or fitness determination requirements and security requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive with Secret Access.
Must meet Selective Service registration or exemption requirements if applicable.
Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, bend, work in uncomfortable positions, and lift and carry materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
Must be able to open and close containers to inspect and count contents and operate a forklift truck.

Responsibilities

Receive, store, and assemble supplies, materials, equipment, and commodities for issue, shipment, and distribution.
Receive, unload, and process incoming shipments; check documentation against container or packing labels.
Report overages, shortages, and damaged items according to established procedures.
Assemble items for shipment, inspect shipping containers, and ensure shipments are loaded onto the correct conveyances.
Determine loading sequences and organize incoming shipments for space utilization, safety, and damage protection.
Arrange storage space, establish item locations, and organize stock.
Conduct inventories, maintain tally listings, and investigate overages, shortages, and misplaced items.
Operate material-handling equipment such as forklifts, warehouse tractors, stock selectors, and general-purpose vehicles.
Pack or repack items using standard packing materials and techniques as needed.