Warehouse Specialist

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) is looking for a Warehouse Specialist to work in Jolon, California. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Under general supervision, the Warehouse Specialist is responsible for laying out designated warehouse areas, storage configuration, establish and enforce, storage policies and procedures. Responsible for enforcing all safety, security, and maintenance programs and practices within storage areas. Responsible for the accountability and safeguard, of all items of supply and equipment in warehousing areas. Responsible for a variety of operational functions in the warehousing areas such as, receiving, storing, inventorying, shipping, issuing, packaging, palletizing, and transporting supplies and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Verifies all documentation of receipt, issue, and shipment etc. and ensures the appropriate and proper distribution of the material/equipment and documentation. Verifies discrepancies and damages are properly documented and reported.

• Receive, stock, store, pack, and stack, palletize, shelve, issue, ship and label all materials and equipment in accordance with prescribed storage, shipment, and issue methods, government regulations, policies and procedures.

• Protect all items from damage or loss. Ensure only authorized personnel enter the warehouse and escort all personnel for safety and security reasons.

• Loads and unloads trucks and other warehousing tasks. Reviews work orders, shipping orders, and requisitions to verify correct movement and distribution of items. Inspects for damages, shortages, wrong items, and other concerns; notifies appropriate person or vendor. Validates accuracy of material checked against freight bills and manifests.

• Spot checks a variety of materials on shelves, bins and various other locations utilizing a warehouse locator file. Verify the proper storage of perishable goods in refrigerated rooms.

• Communicates effectively with units/organizations to coordinate deliveries and pick-ups and resolve questions and issues.

• Uses technical publications to identify material. Determines condition of non-mechanical material. Reviews inventory results, performs corrective actions, and records findings.

• Operates a variety of material handling equipment, MHE; performs basic maintenance on MHE as required.

• Responsible for enforcing all safety, security and maintenance programs and practices within storage areas. Maintains the warehousing areas and grounds in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.

• Assess warehouse needs and order supplies as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen with ability to pass a background check and drug test.

• Must have or be able to obtain licenses/certifications as needed to perform duties. This requirement may include forklift certification.

• Must have a valid and current state driver's license.

• Must be able to complete paperwork associated with the position as required.

• Excellent written communications skills.

• Must possess working knowledge of Logistics information system (LIS) and Software Application Programs (SAP).

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Due to the nature of this position selected applicants will be required to undergo drug screen, background checks.

• This position requires completion of an extensive background check, and may require candidate to obtain a Secret clearance, US Citizenship is a requirement for consideration.

• Keep detailed performance and maintenance records on weapons. Computer Skills and Experience is a requirement.

• Submit to AFO certification, licensing, and training documents.

• Two years related military or civilian experience in supply and warehouse management.

Preferred Experience

• GCSS-A platform preferred.

Physical Effort:

• Work requires frequent lifting of weapons and subassemblies weighing 15 to 20 pounds and occasional lifting of heavy object in excess of 45 pounds with assistance.

• Must be able to stand, sit, bend, reach and walk for extended periods of time.

Job ID

2026-23773

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

$27.46

Benefits

CBA - The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders , AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

As an AFO employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).