Material Handler II – Aerospace Manufacturing (1st Shift)

Date Posted:

2026-09-24



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-KS-LENEXA-885 ~ 15701 W 95Th St ~ KIN01 W 95TH 885



Position Role Type:

Onsite



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.



Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required



Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

The Material Handler II is responsible for ensuring that materials, components, and supplies are delivered from the warehouse to the production floor accurately and on time. This role plays a critical part in maintaining continuous production by ensuring each operation has the materials needed to meet production schedules and customer requirements.

Shift Details:

• This is for 1st shift.

What You Will Do:

• Responsible for timely and accurate transport raw materials, components, packaging, and other supplies from the warehouse to designated production areas.

• Transfer incoming stock from other warehouse/stock locations or receiving into warehouse bin locations.

• Monitor material requirements and respond to requests from production personnel.

• Verify material quantities, part numbers, and labels before delivering materials to the production floor.

• Maintain accurate inventory movement and material transactions using company systems or documentation.

• Return unused or excess materials from production to the appropriate warehouse locations.

• Perform inventory counts and investigate material discrepancies as assigned.

• Keep material staging areas, aisles, and work areas organized and free of obstructions.

• Safely operate material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks, carts, forklifts, or other equipment as authorized.

• Follow all company safety procedures, quality requirements, and material-handling practices.

• Communicate material shortages, delays, damaged materials, or other issues to the appropriate supervisor or production personnel.

• Prioritize material deliveries based on production schedules and operational needs.

• Support continuous improvement efforts related to material flow, inventory accuracy, and production efficiency.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, or material-handling experience preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately identify materials and part numbers.

• Ability to prioritize multiple material requests and meet production deadlines.

• Ability to safely lift, move, and transport materials as required by the position.

• Basic computer skills and experience with inventory or warehouse management systems is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

• Ability to lift and move materials as required.

• Ability to safely operate material-handling equipment.

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and physical activity.

What We Offer Benefits   

• Some of our competitive benefits packages include:   
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance  
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option  
• Tuition reimbursement program  
• Student Loan Repayment Program  
• Life insurance and disability coverage  
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection  
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits  
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning  
• Adoption Assistance           
• Autism Benefit  
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions  
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program  
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits  
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services  
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program  
• And more!   

Learn More & Apply Now!  

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.  

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.   

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. 

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.   

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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