Role: Warehouse Associate
Employment: 4 month contract to hire
Location: Central Point, OR
Pay: 19/hr
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and safety-focused Warehouse Associate Level 1 to join a supportive, growth-oriented team. This is an entry-level role ideal for individuals eager to build a long-term career in logistics and warehousing within the aviation industry. You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient receiving, preserving, stocking, and picking of parts in support of MRO, Aircraft Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, and Engineering.
This role requires a positive attitude, a willingness to accept constructive critique, and the ability to work under close supervision while developing specialized skills. You will operate various warehouse equipment and help maintain our rigorous safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Order Fulfillment: Perform picking of aircraft parts and supplies using FIFO principles to support various departments.
- Receiving & Stocking: Receive inbound aircraft parts, validate inventory, stock items accurately in warehouse locations, and process all necessary paperwork.
- Preservation & Packaging: Protect parts from corrosion or damage by utilizing labeling, packaging, sealing machines, and foam machines.
- Inventory Control: Perform regular and accurate Cycle Counts of parts in a timely manner.
- Material Handling & Equipment Operation: Safely operate equipment including parts-pickers (up to 25’ height), forklifts, pallet jacks, trucks, trailers, and ladders.
- Crate Management: Manufacture crates for safe storage and shipping, and perform crate maintenance as necessary.
- Transportation: Safely pick up and deliver aircraft parts and supplies between various facilities.
- Safety & Compliance: Maintain a clean work area free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD), perform safety audits, and strictly adhere to AS9100/AS9110 and ISO9001 standards.
- Administration: Ensure all LMS training stays current and support customer needs as required.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience: 0–3 years of experience is common. Prior experience in Warehousing Operations, Inventory Control, and operating vehicles/equipment (forklifts, parts pickers, pallet jacks) is highly preferred.
- Driving & Security: Must possess a valid Driver’s license with a clean driving record. Must have the ability to obtain a passport, a Medical card (for driving company vehicles), and an Airport Security badge.
- Skills: Good written and verbal communication skills, alongside a basic knowledge of computers, email, and data entry.
Compensation, Benefits, & Perks
- Paid Time Off: Earn up to 40 hours of vacation in your first year (scaling up to 160 hours after 16 years), plus 3 days of paid vacation and 8 paid holidays.
- Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. Vision insurance includes a generous 20% employer match on HSA contributions.
- Life Insurance: Supplemental life insurance options available, with Basic Life + AD&D 100% employer-covered.
- Retirement: 401(k) plan with up to a 6% company match.
- Career Development: Benefit from on-the-job training, educational assistance, and certification reimbursement programs to foster career progression.
- Workplace Culture: Thrive in a team-oriented, safety-first environment with access to local outdoor activities (hiking, skiing, fishing) for excellent work-life balance.
This is a great opportunity to open doors to all aspects of the industry. Apply today to join a skilled workforce where development and work-life balance are a priority.