Materials Handler - Temporary

Material Handler

Viasat is seeking a materials handler to support Viasat's energy services division for warehouse, inventory, and logistics functions. Your responsibilities will be diverse, but you will be empowered to use your initiative and skills in a variety of functions. You will coordinate with warehouse and inventory supervisor on receiving, allocation, and movement of materials within onsite and offsite locations. Maintain fixed asset registers for materials assigned to domestic warehouse locations. Work with logistics coordinator on domestic transportation moves in a cost effective and compliant manner. You will also comply with logistics processes and transportation cost models. You will liaise with internal departments and external customers where needed with end-to-end logistics processes that enable the fulfillment of orders. This individual should have the ability to collect and analyze data to help improve the organization's supply chain activities, monitor inventory stock levels, and support the supply chain team.

As the Material Handler, you will be responsible for filling customer orders and delivering them to various internal delivery locations in a manner that meets company standards for safety, security, productivity, and accuracy. This position will schedule domestic customer deliveries with identified freight forwarders. Must have good communication skills to coordinate with Leads and Supervisors in the various departments to provide an outstanding Customer Service experience to them. You will operate a forklift in performance of order filling duties. You will inspect and report the maintenance required for equipment. The Material Handler will also be responsible for other duties as assigned by the group lead including order picking, asset tracking, inventory management, material put-away, receiving, and projects as required.

**DISA Program Requirement: Must be able to successfully pass and maintain compliance with all DISA program requirements, including drug and alcohol testing.

**Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including lifting, standing, walking, and other job-related physical activities as required.

***This is a temporary position with an anticipated duration of six (6) months. Employment is expected to conclude at the end of the assignment unless extended based on business needs.

What You'll Need

• 2+ years of experience managing inventory, materials, and stockroom activities
• Experience with arranging logistical movements
• Physical aptitude to lift at least 50lb regularly and push or pull cargo of at least 75lb
• Knowledge of forklift operation and safety requirements
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Must be able to work under pressure and multi-task under these conditions
• Detail oriented, accurate with good organizational, project and time management skills
• Self-starter, highly motivated and passionate about achieving goals
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• US Citizenship is required

What Will Help You On The Job

• SAP B1 or a comparable ERP inventory management tool
• Excel skills a plus

Salary Range

$19.23 - $30.29 / hourly. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $23.8 - $35.82/ hourly At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness.

EEO Statement

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.