Warehouse Specialist III

Job Title: Warehouse Specialist III Job Code: NG1359 Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Reports to: Program Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Supervisory: No supervisory/management authority Prepared Date: 9/30/2026 Position Summary: This position requires an active USAccess clearance or the ability to obtain aUSAccess clearance to be considered.We are seeking a Warehouse Technician to support our hydrologic data collection efforts. Responsibilities include managing shipments, inventory control, equipment maintenance, and providing customer assistance. This role requires proficiency in supply chain software, forklift certification, and the ability to handle hazardous materials. Compensation & Benefits: Starting Salary Range for Warehouse Specialist III: Pay commensurate with experience. Benefits That Set Us Apart When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work. Highlights include: Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options Short-term and long-term disability coverage Paid holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options Professional development, training, and certification support Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection Because taking care of our employees isn't just a promise, it's part of who we are. Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply. Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities: Includes the following: Warehousing: Manage shipments, storage, picking, packing, labeling, material movement, inventory control, and customer assistance. Receiving: Off-load trucks, inspect goods, verify quantities and serial numbers, process items into supply chain software, apply bar code labels, update procurement lists, prepare documentation, and transport items for QC inspections. Storage and put away: Ensure stock is packed, boxed, labeled, stored, and updated in supply chain software; manage inventory control and work order information. Shipping: Prepare orders for shipment, ensure correct selection and handling, enter shipping transactions into supply chain software, schedule shipments, and provide special handling as needed; assist customers with shipping issues. Inventory Control: Conduct annual inventory, reconcile discrepancies, report unresolved issues, and manage excess stock disposition. Equipment Maintenance: Perform maintenance checks on warehouse lift equipment and advise on repair needs. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory/management authority Basic Qualifications: Department of Transportation hazardous material handling training (every three years) Ability to obtain forklift certification (renewed every three years as required by OSHA and USGS) Knowledge of hydrology, electronics, mechanics, mathematics, statistics, warehousing, customer support, computer-aided drafting, and computer science Proficiency with supply chain software system for inventory control and work order information Ability to perform physical tasks such as off-loading trucks, packing, and moving stock Strong attention to detail for inspecting delivered goods and verifying information Effective communication skills for interacting with other client offices and OFAs Problem-solving skills to assist customers with shipping issues and discrepancies Ability to perform periodic pre-operational and preventative maintenance checks on warehouse equipment Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal Must be a US Citizen. Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds. Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. Work Environment: Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment. Company Information: Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee United Services, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com. #CherokeeFederal #LI-DH1 Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process. Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing. Cherokee Federal maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations. This position may be contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The scope of the investigation will be commensurate with position requirements and applicable law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cherokee Federal