Logistics support specialist job description

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Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. This is a rare opportunity to join the Caterpillar Athens team as a direct hire. Openings available on 2nd shift. Position includes a wage of $18.78/hour (includes 8% night shift premium), quarterly goal sharing program and a comprehensive benefit program that begins on Day 1. Employment includes a 2-week training program.

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You will provide logistics support activities including the investigation of grief, analysis of parts and material workflow, and fulfillment of dealer kit requests, analyses on product workflow and development of logistics plans.

In this role you may be expected to:
Review supplier shipment histories vs. receiving transactions to identify potential sources of inventory discrepancies Maintain and monitor data for repeat errors and notify appropriate personnel of required actions to eliminate future occurrences Gather data on product and material workflow by analyzing and developing logistics plans that affect production, distribution, and inventory Work from a variety of source documents to verify part numbers, part locations and quantities Perform Line checker, Receiver and/or Floater functions Investigate and resolve receiving discrepancies appropriate personnel of results or required actions.Review aged open shipments and alerts, receiving personnel and material planners as appropriate to resolve or eliminate inventory discrepancies Ensure grief and receiving processes and procedures are updated and communicated

Basic Qualifications:
Must have Logistics/Warehouse experience Must have Intermediate proficiency (Basic skills/knowledge. Capable of functioning independently) in Microsoft Office applications

Physical requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):
Willing and able to frequently lift and carry material weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15 to 30 minutes Willing and able to work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures Willing and able to walk, squat and bend over for intervals of 15-30 minutes

Top Candidates will also have:
Intermediate proficiency in SAP software Forklift experience Inventory control experience An understanding of Logistics facility and Excavator/Tractor Product LineIntermediate proficiency in functional areas of logistics such as: Inventory Management, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Storeroom Operations and TransportationExcellent written and oral communication Ability to lead a diverse group of people Good attendance, excellent customer service focus, and the ability to handle stress and often work at an urgent pace Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment Initiative, good analytical and organizational skill

Additional information: Resumes are encouraged for all applicants. Failure to attach a resume may lead application to not be considered. This 2nd shift position includes a wage of $18.78/hour (includes 8% night shift premium), quarterly goal sharing program and a comprehensive benefit program that begins on Day 1.

Shift Schedule:
2nd shift: Monday-Thursday, 5 pm - 330 am

Employee benefit details
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus.
Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off (prorated based upon hire date).

Final details
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EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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• Secret clearance required.
• Minimum High school diploma or a GED.
• Employee must have no less than eight (8) years’ experience in warehouse operations, four (4) of which must have been in a warehouse management role.
• No less than one (1) year experience using Microsoft Teams software.
• Two (2) years’ experience in coordinating foreign and domestic shipping processes, including military cargo shipping, domestic air bills, Letters of Credit (LOC), international commercial invoices, and letters of instruction is required.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Competent in Windows OS and Microsoft Office, operating an IBM-style microcomputer, and utilizing computer databases.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing approximately 35 lbs.
• Employee must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Obtain and maintain a Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Operator’s license for all MHE used in the Shipping and Receiving Warehouse.
• Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group Two, Virginia Beach, VA

This position requires you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by your start date. Subject to applicable law, all prospective hires will need to present proof that they are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or qualify for medical or religious accommodations.

BENEFITS

• Health and Dental Insurance

• Life insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability insurance
• Workers Compensations benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• *Not an exhaustive list

ZP is an Equal Opportunity Employer empowering people no matter their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work culture that values all.

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Hours Per Week: 40

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Entry Level

Who We Are

At HII we build and maintain U.S. Navy readiness every day. Mission Technologies, a division of HII is currently seeking candidates with Logistics Support experience to join our Test Engineering Support Team at Newport News Shipbuilding in Newport News Virginia. As part of our team, the selected candidate will support New Construction Carrier, New Construction Submarine and Submarine Overhaul Programs providing parts, assemblies and logistic support to the Test Engineering Department.

What You Will Do

* Provides support to the logistics function preparing logistics documentation to establish the range and depth of spares, tools, test equipment and related manuals to be deployed and stocked.
* Determines maintenance and repair materials required for deployment.
* Modifies maintenance records such as repair standards for more complex equipment or components.
* Develops requisitions for and manages records of equipment, components, repair parts and related manuals;
* tracks logistics materials and parts for proper allocation of storage facilities;
* reviews configuration changes to evaluate impact on logistics deployment;
* documents equipment, component and parts conditions;
* identifies logistic support documentation to be included such as drawings, technical manuals, and maintenance requirement cards to support life-cycle of product.
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What You Must Have

* High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.
* Must have an Active SECRET Security Clearance
* Prior experience with Material Handling and Logistics Support a plus
* Prior experience with shipping, receiving, and invoicing

Bonus Points For Having

* Warehouse Management experience
* Prior Military experience in Logistics Fields

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work in a shipboard environment. Must be able to lift, carry, transport heavy equipment and climb ladders.

This opportunity resides with Fleet Sustainment, a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. For 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. From small watercraft to submarines, combatants and aircraft carriers, our systems and maintenance experts help the Navy maintain a high state of readiness. And, we deploy with the most advanced technology and capability available.

HII is a global engineering and defense technologies provider. With a 135-year history of trusted partnerships in advancing U.S. national security, HII delivers critical capabilities ranging from the most powerful and survivable naval ships ever built, to unmanned systems, ISR and AI/ML analytics. HII leads the industry in mission-driven solutions that support and enable a networked, all-domain force. Headquartered in Virginia, HII's skilled workforce is 44,000 strong. For more information, please visit: