Material Expediter
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Job Summary
Prime Response Inc. (PRI) is seeking a Material Expediter to support logistics shipping and material handling operations for the US Air Force and US Navy at Joint Base Charleston. This role is critical to ensuring the timely movement tracking and processing of materials in support of mission requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Locate move and distribute materials and parts to meet operational schedules and priorities
- Receive inspect and process inbound shipments from vendors depots and government sources
- Verify shipment accuracy and resolve discrepancies (overages shortages damages or delays)
- Process and track high-priority shipments and sensitive items in accordance with regulations
- Maintain accurate inventory and shipment records using government systems
- Assign shipment priorities and coordinate transportation methods to meet delivery requirements
- Perform packaging and preservation of materials in accordance with established procedures
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to load unload and position materials
- Conduct daily equipment inspections and follow all safety and operational protocols
- Coordinate with leadership and government personnel to support contract performance and resolve issues
Requirements
- Active Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain/maintain)
- Experience in logistics supply chain warehousing or material handling preferably in a DoD or regulated environment
- Working knowledge of inventory systems and shipment documentation processes
- Experience with cargo processing shipping/receiving and material tracking
- Familiarity with logistics systems (e.g. CMOS ILS-S or similar)
- HAZMAT certification (or ability to obtain)
- Forklift certification (or ability to obtain and maintain)
- Strong attention to detail organization and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with military and civilian personnel
Additional Requirements
- Ability to lift and move materials in warehouse or operational environments
- Comfortable working in industrial flight line or logistics settings
- Valid drivers license (may be required to operate government vehicles)
- Must meet all safety security and training requirements for access to a government installation
Benefits
Comprehensive and Competitive Benefits:
Paid Time Off (PTO) sick leave paid Federal holidays health insurance dental vision AD&D short and long-term disability life insurance and a Fidelity 401K.
PRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity sexual orientation age non-disqualifying physical or mental disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business needs.
Required Skills:
Forklift Experience preferred Must be capable of passing a background check and drug test Experience with Government contracts is preferred Must have knowledge of warehouse operations and logistics principles Must be able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing Must be capable of standing bending and walking for the majority of a workday Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy material (up to 50 lbs.)
