Logistics Specialist Lead-First Shift

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

  • Appleton, WI
  • 7 days ago

    Highlights

    Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the worlds most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft. Support a continuous improvement culture including lean principles, sustainability initiatives, ergonomic improvements, safety and cross functional teams.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAppleton, WI

    Description

    Logistics Specialist Lead-First Shift in GAC Appleton

    Unique Skills:

    Previous experience operating warehouse equipment preferred.

    Ability to lead by example, while training and developing a team.

    Assign tasks to ensure support for all internal customer requirements in a timely, professional manner.

    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

    Demonstrate an ability to operate in a fast-paced, productive environment ensuring an efficient flow of material.

    Education and Experience Requirements

    High School Diploma or GED required. 7 years experience in stockroom, warehouse or inventory control activities. 2 years progressive responsibility and recognized leadership qualities. CDI qualified for Customer Support. Valid Driver's License required.

    Position Purpose:

    Coordinate the operation of assigned stockroom functions, ensuring that all materials are processed in a responsive manner and adhere to corporate quality and safety standards. Provide work direction to employees in policies, procedures and safety regulations.

    Job Description

    Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

    Essential Functions:

    • Monitor the receiving, stocking, disbursement, and/or shipping of material, ensuring that all paperwork and system transactions are completed accurately and in a timely manner .
    • Make high impact decisions effecting material flow (performance to schedule) and handling of high dollar inventory .
    • Establish priorities to ensure efficient operations; plans and assigns work, provides input about employee performance, recommends recognition, rewards, and disciplinary actions as required.
    • Train newly assigned personnel and retrains employees on all material handling procedures. Identifies skills training requirements for assigned personnel and initiates as required.
    • Develop operational and organizational improvements; coordinates implementation with effected parties .
    • Ensure prompt and responsive customer service for applicable material processes supporting operations .
    • Analyze problems and initiates corrective action as required.
    • Audit departments to ensure procedures are followed by each employee .
    • Ensure that all stockroom material conforms to FAA, GAC Quality Control and departmental procedures .
    • Direct employees to deliver material within specified time limits .
    • Interface with other departments to ensure integrity of inventory control; responsible for inventory accuracy of assigned area or function (high dollar and high volume) .
    • For specific sites, responsible for day to day Tool Crib activities .
    • Where applicable, ensure that cycle counts are performed in a timely manner .

    Additional Functions:

    • Perform weekly safety audits and ensures that all areas meet safety requirements .
    • Oversee special projects (Lean Manufacturing, 5S, visual management, etc.) and ensures procedures are implemented and followed .
    • Assist in developing work schedules and methods to improve efficiency of operations .
    • Support a continuous improvement culture including lean principles, sustainability initiatives, ergonomic improvements, safety and cross functional teams .

    Perform other duties as assigned.

    Other Requirements:

    • Must have proficiency in inventory systems and Microsoft Office.
    • Must have highly developed interpersonal skills.
    • Able to effectively interact with all levels of management, technical and non-technical.
    • Individual will have heavy customer contact.
    • On feet most of shift.
    • Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
    • Must have a valid drivers license.

    This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

    Additional Information

    Requisition Number: 235595

    Category: Materials

    Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

    Shift: First

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Posting End Date: 08/26/2026

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

    Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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