Aviation Warehouse Specialist

Job Summary

The Aviation Warehouse Specialist works in a supportive role with the Warehouse Manager in various ways with warehouse functions such as: inventory control to include picking, delivering, and performing cycle counts; processing parts returns; helping prepare the Parts Runner for their duties; and other duties as assigned. This position includes the duties of an Incoming Inspector and is trained for this role by a designee of the Chief Inspector. This position has the ultimate responsibility for the overall flow of parts in and out of inventory along with a major supportive role in the other sub departments within the Warehouse department.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares Will Call orders and receives payment when necessary
• Monitors warehouse customer counter as required with part requests and unexpected shipments
• Prepares work order requisitions for Parts Runners to assist in deliveries and supports them as needed
• Prepares sales order requisitions
• Calculates incoming freight charges; compares to charts and generates computerized invoices and packing slips
• Performs cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory
• Places parts (ordered/returned) in their proper bin locations, updates shelf life, quantities, and serial numbers
• Picks parts for requisitions and sales orders using FIFO system; verifies lot, control numbers, and quantities
• Verifies part numbers, serial numbers and quantity of all physical parts received
• Visually inspects parts/material for damage caused by manufacturer, packaging protocol, or shipping company
• Identifies potentially unapproved/damaged parts, quarantines and reports these findings to shipper, work order lead, and/or the Chief Inspector to request confirmation and instruction on parts and materials in question.
• Moves larger items utilizing two-man concept or a forklift as necessary

Experience & Competencies:

• Minimum one (1) years' experience in an inventory control function
• Minimum one (1) years' experience issuing inventory from stock
• Minimum one (1) years' experience with a computer database program performing data entry
• Candidates with skills using ERP are preferred

Other Prerequisites

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Ability to obtain Airport Issued security badge
• Valid Driver's License

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed primarily indoors in a temperature-controlled environment. Constantly requires repetitive movement of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. Occasional lifting and carrying to 50 pounds.

Western Aircraft Inc. has a Drug Free Workplace Policy which includes applicants passing pre-employment testing in accordance with 14 CFR 120. Applicants testing positive for the presence of prohibited drugs are ineligible for employment. DOT applicants who become employees of Western Aircraft Inc. will also be subject to random, reasonable cause, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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