Material Handler Weekend - Logistics

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.

BETA is seeking a motivated, process-oriented Material Handler to join our growing team. This weekend shift position (Friday through Sunday) will focus on the use of a forklift, cart, and other material handling equipment to move materials between receiving/shipping, bulk storage, and production areas at our electric aircraft manufacturing facility. Material Handlers will execute signals from the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to efficiently and accurately move materials between locations. In conjunction with material movement, Material Handlers will follow WMS and Team tasking to execute other activities in the warehouse and manufacturing spaces including cycle counting, kitting, space consolidation, and labeling. Material Handlers will work closely with Shipping/Receiving and Inventory team members in the execution of their duties. On the second shift, material handlers will perform urgent receipts from suppliers that deliver over the weekend. An ideal candidate for this role is goal-driven, detail-focused, system and process-oriented, forklift qualified, with experience in inventory and logistics.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Operate a forklift during the routine performance of duties.
• Unload, inspect, and stage inbound materials for receiving activities.
• Break down and decant inbound received materials for component bulk storage.
• Complete put-away transactions from staging to bulk storage locations.
• Replenish items for production activities by picking components from bulk storage to stage for kitting and production jobs.
• Execute kitting of components for delivery to production work centers.
• Move completed assemblies and finished goods from the production area to bulk storage.
• Pick items from bulk storage to stage for shipment to other BETA locations and customers.
• Load outbound items onto trucks for shipment. 
• Ensure all items are labeled and accurately scan and transact all material movements via warehouse management system (WMS) handheld devices.
• Troubleshoot WMS issues to ensure accurate replenishment signals.
• Conduct inventory cycle counts and physical inventories as directed.
• Identify, physically segregate, and transact inventory status for damaged materials.
• Maintain a clean work environment and comply with safety requirements.
• Conduct inspection and routine maintenance on assigned material handling equipment.
• Perform area housekeeping and organization activities to maintain a 5S-compliant environment.
• Recognize waste streams and minimize the use of packaging materials to support BETA’s sustainability efforts.
• Comply with applicable regulations when handling hazardous materials. 
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and provide input on ways to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to work across multiple BETA sites if necessary.
• Contribute to our team effort by being good to work with and supporting the broader Logistics and Production Teams as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma.
• Forklift powerlifting equipment experience.
• All-around good person and fun to work with.
• Able to work independently and unsupervised, possessing a high level of initiative.
• Previous work in a manufacturing environment with experience in aerospace, automotive, or a startup is preferred.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle setbacks and find solutions to problems.
• Desire to work in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to use judgment to make decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Experience with ERP systems (PLEX, Oracle, SAP, etc).
• Familiarity with Google G-Suite including Drive, Mail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment using OSHA-required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time and lift 75 pounds.

Inclusivity Statement

Each of our backgrounds influences how we evaluate our own abilities. Research reveals that BIPOC, LGBTQ+, women, those from working-class backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, and other marginalized groups may hesitate to apply for roles if they don't meet all the requirements. Many skills can be learned on the job. If you can envision contributing value to our community and meet most criteria, we encourage you to apply.

BETA Technologies provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, health coverage status, HIV status, genetic information, crime victim status, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. The company does not discriminate, and will not discriminate, and will not tolerate discrimination, based on any of these characteristics during the application process or in employment.

All offers of employment at BETA Technologies are contingent upon favorable results of a thorough background check.

BETA Technologies is an E-Verify employer.