Materials Specialist I

Basic Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Minimum 1-year experience related to materials and/or shipping/receiving

• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ERP and/or SAP systems

• Certified Forklift Operator Certificate

• Ability to use electric weight scales

Benefits/Salary:

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. The salary range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00.

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Materials Specialist I in our Torrance, California location. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we're the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.

Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain inventory accuracy and control of material stores including finished goods and raw materials

• Package, stage, and ship finished goods. When necessary, expedite critical shipments

• Assist with cycle counting

• Responsible for the flow and movement of materials to and from the factory

• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement daily by your actions

• Take the initiative to resolve materials related issues with interaction from supervisor/Manager

• Perform other tasks as needed in support of manufacturing operations, customers, and suppliers

• Comply with all EHS rules and regulations and supervisory instructions. Report all incidents including injuries, spills, fires, property damage, and near misses to their supervisor

• Able to work with minimum or no supervision

• Practice 5s standards and keep area clean daily

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/move 30 lbs. (may not exceed per EHS policies)
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time