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Light Industrial - Inventory/Materials Ast | Grand Prairie, Texas, United States Light Industrial - Inventory/Materials Assistant (Packaging Engineer Associate) Grand Prairie, TX, 75051 | Client [About the Role] Join a cutting-edge team at Client as a Packaging Engineer Associate, supporting advanced Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHS&T) activities for critical programs. Be at the center of operations, collaborating with integrated product teams, suppliers, vendors, and shipping departments to ensure seamless and compliant movement of mission-essential hardware and materials. This role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals eager to advance their careers within the aerospace and defense industry. [Responsibilities] - Coordinate packaging and shipping requirements across internal and external stakeholders to meet program and regulatory objectives. - Assist in developing and maintaining Special Packaging Instructions, ensuring compliance with DOT, hazardous material, and performance-oriented packaging standards. - Support hazardous material identification, labeling, documentation, and shipment activities. - Participate in packaging design reviews, process improvements, and root cause analysis for damaged shipments. - Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and shipping records using Microsoft Office tools. - Collaborate closely with engineering teams to support packaging data content and hardware transportation needs. - Resolve packaging and logistical challenges through proactive teamwork and effective communication. - Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and customer-specific packaging requirements. - Support occasional overtime and travel as needed to meet program milestones. [Required Skills and Experience] - 1-3 years supporting packaging, handling, storage, transportation, or shipping for hardware, components, or system-level equipment. - Proven ability to coordinate packaging and shipping requirements with cross-functional teams. - Experience interpreting and supporting compliance with DOT 49 CFR and hazardous material shipping requirements. - Skilled in developing and maintaining packaging documentation and technical support data. - Proficient in hazardous material identification, inventory, and shipment activities using SDS/MSDS protocols. - Advanced Microsoft Office skills for creating documentation, reports, and shipping records. - Experience in technical documentation, process improvement, and root cause analysis. - Familiarity with engineering design data, product data management systems, and MCAD tools like CREO, Pro/E. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail. - Demonstrated teamwork and relationship-building skills in fast-paced environments. - Willingness to work onsite, support overtime, and travel as required. [Preferred Skills] - Knowledge of Special Packaging Instructions and Performance Oriented Packaging testing. - Understanding of international and military packaging and hazardous material regulations. - Familiarity with commercial and military packaging standards (ASTM D3951, MIL-STDs). - Experience with RFID, product data management software, and workflow processes. - Background in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, logistics, or regulated technical environments. - Experience evaluating handling equipment and improving packaging design and shipping performance. [Benefits] - Competitive compensation package - Opportunities for career advancement within the aerospace and defense sector - Collaborative, high-impact team environment - Exposure to advanced technologies and mission-critical projects - Professional development and training programs [How to Apply] Ready to launch your career in a dynamic, innovative environment? Submit your application through our careers portal and join Client's team of industry leaders. ---