Warehouse Associate
VAS Aero Services is looking for a Warehouse Associate to join our team based in Boca Raton, FL.
This position is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period but could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a third party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus in America.
Job Summary: This position is responsible for receiving shipments, inventory control, packing and shipping parts with functional work integrity and standards, ensuring product quality within the VAS Aero Services Warehouse Operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
Inbound order unloading, Quality receiving with Inventory Control and Outbound Order Processing: 70%
Unload/Load supplies and material from vehicles as required
Perform Inventory stock check functions
Perform Inventory Control functions in the warehouse management system and customer/supplier systems as required
Inspect shipments, inbound and outbound, physical parts inspection, paperwork inspection, and processing in IT, issuing quality related paperwork
Perform Stock control functions to include product stocking, cycle counts and order retrials
Ability to pack per ATA 300 goods for storage and shipment
Ability to package goods for Hazardous shipment per DOT CFR49 / ICARO
Comply with all export compliance regulations for filing AES For the purposes of international shipments
Issue labels for small parcel, UPS, DHL, FedEx and prepare freight and oversize cargo for forwarder pickup
Processing of all scrap material
Perform supply stock audits as required
Perform exception handling, and support process improvements: 25%
Ensure all customer requirements are followed
Follows the methods, processes and procedures enabling efficient and accurate storage and retrial of material in accordance with established "6S", ISO / ASA 100 and AS9120 procedures
Prevent the occurrence of product nonconformity
Report all non-conformities or process irregularities
Assists with KPIs and "6S" initiatives with a focus on continual improvement
Interact with various departments in a professional manner
Suggest enhancements or changes to procedures and processes to gain efficiencies in all areas of responsibility
Work in shifts or extended hours for order peaks or AOGs (=Aircraft on Ground) critical orders
Additional responsibilities: 5%
Support other functions and duties as needed and directed by the team leader
Other duties as assigned
Qualified Experience and Training:
Education:
High school graduate or equivalent
Experience:
Required 1-2 years' experience in a warehouse/distribution environment
Preferred SAP experience
Preferred Experience in aircraft parts warehouse/distribution
Licensure/Certifications:
None
Travel Required:
0% Domestic and International
Citizenship:
Authorized to work in United States without current or future need for visa sponsorship.
Clearance:
None
Qualified Skills:
Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:
Preferred:
Forklift certification or ability to obtain
Hazmat certification or ability to obtain
Communication Skills:
Required:
English
Technical Systems Proficiency:
Preferred:
SAP experience preferred
Familiarity with using computer systems, preferably SAP, MS Office and/or various warehouse management systems
Able to use scanners as part of your daily work
Able to use email as the main communication tool within and outside the organization
Complexity of the Role:
Handling aviation parts according to training in a warehouse environment with the proper opening of containers, wrapping, parts pick up, packing, preparation for safe storage and transport
Ensure that any paperwork inside with the part(s) and outside of the container is handled with care
Handling of inspection lists, orders and ensure tracking progress until complete
Physical handling of wide spectrum of parts, size, condition, quantities, parts containing dangerous goods, electrostatic sensitive parts
Level of Decision Making:
Good Judgment: Forms an appropriate opinion about something and making balanced decisions about it in situations of uncertainty and complexity in the warehouse environment
Initiative: Acts with little or no supervision/guidance based on the training progress and experience in the warehouse; is proactive in taking responsibility for identifying and dealing with problems or taking opportunities.
Problem Solving/Decision Making: Takes a well-ordered approach to solving problems and making decisions in the warehouse environment
Organizational information:
Reports to Warehouse Lead & Head of Operations
Direct Reports:
Is this a people manager? NO
# of Exempt Reports: 0
# of Non-exempt Reports: 0
Job Dimensions:
Physical handling of aircraft parts for customer success
Physical order handling of sales orders
Physical order handling of repair orders
Nature of Contacts:
Build relationships with related departments at VAS Aero Services for communicating of order progress
Address issues verbally and in writing with related departments of any irregularities and problems for resolving.
Physical Requirements:
Onsite or remote: 100% Onsite
Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. DAILY
Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms. DAILY
Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. DAILY
Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts. DAILY
Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. DAILY
Lifting: Ability to push/pull/lift up to 50 pounds. DAILY
Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. DAILY
Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer. DAILY
Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. DAILY
Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor. DAILY
Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. 0%
Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. DAILY
Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site DAILY