Logistics Specialist

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener. We are inspired by opportunities to innovate and break boundaries, and committed to sustainability. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.35 bn in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Perform analysis, drive continuous improvement projects, define methodology/standard work, and manage and monitor performance in the area of logistics and material flow at site level. The role can cover the following (all or partially): inbound/receiving, internal material movements, warehousing, outbound/shipping, freight/transport management, cycle counting, inventory management, transactional activities, and packing.

Receiving & Material Handling

• Maintains a schedule of inbound and outbound production material
• Greets truck and arranges for incoming material unload and storage
• Receive and verify incoming raw material or products against invoices, PO's or other records
• Notify Quality when incoming materials are ready for inspection
• Examine, unpack and inspect incoming shipments, document and report discrepancies
• Ensure all received materials and documents meet quality standards
• Route received items to the appropriate departments
• Safely operate forklifts/power jacks to move materials

Inventory & ERP Management

• Ensure ERP inventory accuracy through correct material placement, reconciliation and audits
• Assist with maintaining documents related to incoming/outgoing shipments
• Issue work orders to the floor as requested

Shipping & Scrap

• Organize deliveries and outbound shipments of material
• Update export compliance documents after shipments occur
• Assist in expediting subcontractor deliveries
• Manage scrap dealers, including pickups and tub deliveries
• Arrange delivery and return of tubs to/from vendors
• Review and audit scrap tub manifests and tally sheets for accuracy

Administrative & Cross-Functional Support

• Perform all receiving-related administrative duties promptly
• Maintain organized filing systems
• Represent Receiving in production meetings to communicate material status and understand priorities
• Communicate with other departments and provide warehouse information on request
• Take ownership of assigned areas, keeping them clean and organized
• Lead and support projects within assigned areas
• All other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business Administration or equivalent combination of advanced education and/or 4 years progressive logistics experience
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations and/or program requirements
• Must be US Person (Citizen or Green Card Holder) or have the ability to obtain the necessary Government licensing to work with controlled technology and products

Additional Qualifications

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication; effective collaboration
• GKN and aerospace industry experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SAP/MRP systems
• Detail-oriented, organized and able to manage multiple priorities/projects under pressure
• Takes initiative, solves problems, and exercises sound judgement
• Skilled in conflict resolution, project management, and cross-functional teamwork
• Self-starter with strong decision-making abilities; fluent in English

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking (At least 7 hrs/day)
• Ability to carry and lift weight up to 50 lbs
• Bending, squatting, reaching, pushing and pulling required (At least 2 hrs/day)
• Use of hands for fine dexterity, light and strong grasping (At least 7 hrs/day)

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that is at the cutting edge of our industry and committed to pushing the boundaries further. With strong training opportunities, you can grow your career.

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that progress comes from diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five principles, we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. We’re committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage please get in touch.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.

Nearest Major Market:
Muncie

Nearest Secondary Market:
Anderson