Logistics Technician · Contract Role (Multiple Shifts)

Job description

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Job Description:

Airbus Americas, Inc is looking for a Logistics Technician to join our Logistics team based in Mobile, AL. This is a Contract role with multiple shifts available.

In this position, the Logistics Technician will report to the A320 Logistics Manager and will be in direct support of the flowline business unit logistical effort. This position will work directly with the station logistics coordinators in ensuring the right material is in place at the right time to secure the station build requirements within the A320 flowline. 

Your Working Environment:

On ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

How We Care for You:

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Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)

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Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.

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Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages. 

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Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

Your Challenges:

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Assimilating and maintaining Work in Progress/Outstanding Work (WIP/OSW) parts in a small marketplace until needed by the customer

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Maintaining an inventory of parts within the marketplace and ensuring their safety and security

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Conducting parts accuracy audits of Mobile Delivery Units (MDUs) in order to ensure accuracy of material delivered to the flowline in support of flowline build plans

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Verification of MDU delivery locations in order to ensure material is delivered to the correct delivery footprint 

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Retrieval and delivery of parts to specified locations (from distribution warehouse to late delivery rack, hand off to logistics coordinator etc…)

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Consolidation of parts on MDUs in order to ensure carts are returned to Logistics Service Provider (LSP) in a timely manner for redistribution into the delivery cycle

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Moving empty MDUs into return footprints and moving forward those that are needed later in the build plan

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Assisting with inventory of parts bins and warehouse locations

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Inventory and Monitor Free-stock and Consumable bins  

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Assist in maintaining a clean and organized logistical operation ensuring adherence to 5S methodologies

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Assist in creating and modify existing foot prints and layouts on the flowline

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Basic data entry using keyboard and computer

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Conduct parts bin and delivery unit audits

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GSE fueling

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Other work as assigned 

Your Boarding Pass:

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High School diploma required.

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A minimum of 3 years of experience in warehouse operations or inventory required.

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Ability to work within a team

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Effective communication is a must

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Must be able to receive direction and work independently with minimal supervision

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Must possess a valid state driver’s license

Physical Requirements:

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Vision: adequate to enter and read material on computer screens.  Able to observe manufacturing operations including equipment as well as individual tasks.

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Hearing: able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings and on the production floor and flight line.  Able to hear safety alerts and warning signals.

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Speaking: able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size with or without amplification.

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Equipment Operation Able to operate a wide range of personal and office electronic equipment as well as production-related tools and equipment including hydraulic lifts and power drills, etc.

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Carrying: able to occasionally carry up to 50lbs/22kg 

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Lifting: able to occasionally lift up to 50lbs/22kg.

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Pushing/Pulling: able to push/pull items on production and in office areas.

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Sitting: able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer, in meetings and observing production processes.

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Squatting/Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.

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Standing able to stand for extended periods of time, often on concrete floors observing production operations or delivering information.

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Standing: able to stand for extended periods of time delivering information or observing production.

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Travel: able to travel overseas and domestically sometimes for extended periods of time.

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Walking: able to walk through office and production areas, around flight line and airstrips and sometimes on uneven indoor and/or outdoor surfaces.

Equal Opportunity:  

Airbus Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Airbus Group is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

As a leader in our field, Airbus Group provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.   

As a matter of policy, Airbus Group does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Airbus Group does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus Group is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:
Agency / Temporary

Experience Level:
Entry Level

Remote Type:
On-site

Job Family:
Logistics

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