Shipping and Receiving Material Handler

Location: Longmont, CO (onsite) Experience: 2+ years of experience in Shipping and Receiving, and Material Handling Minimum Education: High school diploma or GED required. Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree is a plus. Compensation: $25-$32/hour, depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading developers of Directed Energy systems, which is a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Our High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and our allies. Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a vertically integrated business that leverages internal capabilities – from semiconductor device through target identification – to develop systems that are both high-performance and cost-effective. We continue to invest in capabilities, facilities and technology to bring leading edge HEL solutions to the warfighter. This is a great opportunity to work at a company that is on the leading edge of the HEL industry and provides a culture of excellence and commitment to delivering solutions to the warfighter and our country. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR). Summary Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Supply Chain & Operations, the Shipping and Receiving Material Handler’s primary responsibilities are administrative and physical tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing, distributing and order fulfillment of materials, supplies, and equipment. The Shipping and Receiving Material Handler will also support cross functional departments such as Engineering, Accounting, Purchasing, and Inventory with material tracking. All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at: Please review this information before applying. Responsibilities Receive, stock, and disburse materials and equipment. Package materials and equipment; prepare shipping documentation in accordance with requirements. Coordinate shipments for commercial and DoD including all necessary documentation, schedule freight shipments with freight forwarders and carriers, verify shipments' compliance integrity. Verify packing lists and record receipts into ERP system and Government Property tracking system. Operate hand, and powered, material handling equipment (e.g.: hand truck, reach truck, forklift, overhead crane, etc.). Identifies, tracks, and maintains all necessary materials and documentation to support internal and external audits. Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 lbs. Other duties as assigned. Required Experience / Capability Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship. Ability to work in a dynamic environment and maintain composure and good working relationships under pressure. Effectively manage schedule and priorities with minimal daily direction to meet mid to long-term schedule objectives. Minimum 2+ years of experience within the areas of material handling, shipping and receiving, distribution, and/or operations. Ability to perform multiple tasks and work independently. Ability to perform within a changing workload and/or priorities and meet order schedules with quality results. Additional Desired Experience / Capability A working knowledge of an ERP/MRP environment. Dynamics 365 experience is a plus. Self-driven, analytical, results oriented, and motivated to work effectively with minimal direct supervision. Strong organization skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks. Ability to make decisions and solve practical problems with a variety of variables in situations where standardization may be limited. Ability to interface at all levels. Excellent communication skills both written and oral. Benefits Summary 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year 11 paid Holidays Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Assistance Program Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100% Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. 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