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Akima
Material Expediter (Lead)
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What they do
A Logistics Technician assists with warehouse storage and distribution of supplies, equipment or materials needed by a company or organization. Receives goods, manages inventory and database records; may assist with procuring supplies and resolving customer issues.
$65,860 / year median in New York
+15% projected growth
Job Description
The Material Expediter coordinates the movement, staging, and prioritization of Army equipment and materiel during the turn-in process at a contractor-managed site. This position ensures timely workflow between receiving, inspection, warehousing, and transportation operations while maintaining compliance with Army supply regulations, technical manuals, and contract requirements. The Material Expediter plays a critical role in reducing processing delays and supporting property accountability by ensuring equipment flows efficiently through the turn-in cycle. The Material Expediter executes the following: locates and moves materials and parts between work areas of plant to expedite processing of goods, according to pre-determined schedules and priorities, and keeps related record, reviews production schedules inventory reports, and work orders to determine types, quantities, and availability of required material and priorities of customer orders, confers with department supervisors to determine materials overdue and to inform them of location, availability, and condition of materials, locates and moves materials to specified production areas, using cart or hand truck, and records quantity and type of materials distributed and on hand. Work may include the following tasks: directing Power-Truck Operator or Material Handling Laborer to expedite movement of materials between storage and production areas, compare work ticket specifications with material at work stations to verify appropriateness of material in use, prepare worker production records and timecards, and may update and maintain inventory records, using computer terminal.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
- Responsibilities
- + Expedite the movement of vehicles, equipment, and Class IX repair parts from receiving to inspection, staging, and warehousing areas.
- Qualifications
- +
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required; logistics or supply coursework preferred but not required. +Experience:
+ 2-4 years of logistics, supply, or warehousing experience (Army contractor or SSA operations preferred). + Experience in equipment turn-in or material coordination strongly desirable. + U.S. Army supply/property regulations (AR 710-2, AR 735-5, DAPAM 710-2-1
). + Army logistics systems: GCSS-Army, DPAS, LMP. + Basic knowledge of Army condition codes and accountability standards. + Strong organizational and multitasking ability in a high-volume environment. + Ability to interpret Army documentation and process errors quickly. + Forklift/MHE certification (OF 346 license preferred). + Effective teamwork and communication with Army units and contractor staff. + Basic proficiency in the English language (reading and writing). + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). + Must have a valid driver's license with proof of vehicle insurance. + Must have a real ID. + Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC). + Must be able to obtain Tier1/ NACI (Public trust) background eligibility. + Must receive a favorable background check and drug testing results. + Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned. + Must be able to travel within the United States as required. This position requires travel up to 25% of the time.Physical Demands & Working Environment:
- + Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Job ID
- 2026-24794
- Work Type
- On-Site
- Pay Range
- $25.15
- Health & Welfare
- $5.09
- Benefits
- SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.
- Company Description
- Work Where it Matters
- Akima Global Logistics (AGL), an Akima company, is not just another operations contractor.
- For our shareholders,
- AGL provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
- For our government customers,
- AGL delivers comprehensive supply, transportation, and maintenance services designed to optimize and maintain operations.
- As an AGL employee,
- you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).