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Who we are and where we are going:
Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.
Built on a foundation of Respect, Safety, Quality, and Results, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Material Clerk to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing and issuing stock inventory, coordinating with maintenance teams to forecast material needs, ensuring accurate records through data entry, and maintaining accountability for tools and consumables. You’ll also support inventory reduction initiatives and help keep our operations running smoothly.
As a 24/7 operation, we have openings across all shifts—including standard day shifts, 2nd shift, weekend shifts, and 12-hour shifts. Candidates must be flexible and willing to be assigned to any shift based on operational needs.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Issues and controls stock inventory and evaluate stock for surplus.
- Coordinates with Maintenance Department to forecast material requirements.
- Checks stock availability on all maintenance material requests.
- Orders stock and restock shelves.
- Monitors shelf life of applicable stock.
- Maintains, monitors and restocks bench stock.
- Stocks and issues consumables.
- Maintains, issues, and repairs small tools.
- Processes turn-ins from Maintenance Department.
- Performs data entry of issues and turn-ins.
- Maintains accountability on permanently issued tools.
- Conducts periodic and annual inventories.
- Serves as a member of the inventory reduction team.
- Answer phones, order tools, and maintain first aid and safety supplies
- Conduct safety program, assist with hazardous materials, and ensure safe work practices
- Document training and keep compliance records up to date
YOU WILL GET MORE THAN JUST COMPENSATION:
- 401K with Company Match
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- PTO - Eligible for 3 Weeks in your First Year, in Addition to 7 Paid Company Holidays
- Company-Provided Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Development and Career Growth Opportunities
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to adhere to deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail and mathematical proficiency.
- Proficient in interpreting and applying technical data relevant to the position.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English, including following verbal and written instructions.
- One year of inventory experience preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, balancing, and reaching above shoulder level.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Corrected vision and hearing within normal range.:
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- The work location includes aircraft maintenance hangars, flightline, and the avionics shop.
- Potential hazards include potential exposure to materials listed on Material Safety Data Sheets, high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, electrical charges and radar waves, and working around moving machinery.
OTHER DUTIES:
- May be required to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate.
- Additional duties may be assigned at the discretion of department management.
SMS REQUIREMENTS:
- Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased.
- Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly. As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly.
- An employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct or condition a situation.
Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job.
If you require any accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DIS