Job Description

Do you love coordinating and organizing work in a fast paced environment?

Are you searching for important work in manufacturing?

Are you passionate about being a part of impactful programs and projects?

Do you like contributing to space and DOD programs?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

As a material handler in our modern, dynamic and impactful work environment with our creative team, where staff share knowledge and career growth is encouraged. We accomplish many extraordinary and impactful tasks, including fabricating hardware that travels to distant planets from Pluto to our own star. We also support many important DOD and research programs. Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (JHU APL) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated material handler to join our team, in support R&D programs ranging from of National Security Space to Undersea hardware programs.

As a Material Handler ..

• Your primary responsibility will be to manage all incoming materials and hardware throughout the Advanced Mechanical Fabrication Facility
• Unloading delivery trucks using forklifts, unpack and organize material and perform verification on the received material documentation.
• Responsible for kitting material and associated hardware to the work order traveler including identifying all kitted items and delivering productions kits to designated work cell.
• Print and attach labels via label maker to incoming material and hardware for proper identification.
• Record material information including, material certifications, date received, quantity into Work Order Traveler Visual Enterprise work tracking system.
• Responsible for confirming material received is correct and meets all specifications requested, document and report inconsistencies.
• Track Material, hardware, cutting tools etc. to ensure timely receipt and deliver to correct shop with-in the section.
• Install hardware when required, and occasionally run a machine to do simple operations.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-year experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment utilizing forklifts and other loading and unloading support equipment.
• Excellent organization skills and must be able to multi-task.
• Positive interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team-oriented atmosphere.
• Ability to learn band saws, manual mills, and other power equipment safely.
• must have good communications skills and be able to process work with verbal instructions.
• Must be able lift 70 pounds.
• Ability to use computers and have experience with Microsoft office suite.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Able to identify different types of material. Understand how interpret mechanical manufacturing drawings. Prior experience with inventory control computer systems.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
• Can demonstrate that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. To ensure the safety and well-being of the community, APL has established a policy requiring that all staff be vaccinated against COVID-19. All staff members must provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation by their start date.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• You have a background in manfacturing
• Can read and interpet blueprint drawings 

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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