This is a full time position providing operational mission support. This position is supporting Amentum on a contract for the US Department of Defense and based in Japan, primarily at a customer location aboard MCAS Iwakuni in support of a Base Operations & Support contract with the Department of Defense (DoD)/Navy-Marine Corps.
Working Environment: Non-Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) assignment (SOFA dependents maintain their status). Constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.
Work Schedule: This position works eight hours per day, five days per week minimum. Traditional in-person attendance expectations (non-hybrid).
Position Responsibilities:
- Receiving and distribution functions such as: pick-up and delivery functions; validation of material contents against packing lists and manifests; inspection of received material for damage; loading and unloading of material to/from trucks, trailers, vans, and other vehicles.
- Safely operate and be certified in Japan as a forklift operator and safe use of other warehouse equipment such as: pallet jacks; hand trucks; wheeled carts, ladders and wheeled steps.
- Receive, inspect, and accurately record incoming shipments, ensuring proper documentation and identification of items.
- Maintain organized storage and proper inventory levels of items in the warehouse according to predetermined standards.
- Perform cycle counts and physical inventory checks to ensure the accuracy of warehouse stock and reconcile discrepancies; maintaining organized storage and proper inventory levels of items in the warehouse according to predetermined standards and notifying Logistics Management of results.
- Perform inventory control activities, including arranging items for optimal accessibility and performing stock rotation.
- Monitor and maintain warehouse cleanliness, safety, and working order of all equipment in compliance with safety protocols and applicable regulations.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure materials are delivered and stored properly and efficiently within the warehouse. Daily updates to Logistics Management on all conditions of warehouse areas and materials.
- Adhere to safety guidelines, including personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, forklift certifications, and relevant training for the handling of hazardous materials (HAZMAT), as applicable.
- Processes documents and manifests /or materials. Receives and sorts materials as may be necessary.
- Performs other position related duties as assigned which will also include general administrative duties such as navigation within data sources such as Maximo, Amentum MRO or SharePoint (primarily Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint or PDF files) to build and function within inventory files relating to all aspects of the receive-storage-issue process and associated inventory control processes
Minimum Acceptable Experience and Qualification Levels:
- One (1) year experience in warehouse operations and/or inventory control
- undefinedExpected Skills and Competencies:Proficiency in Microsoft Office to include Outlook, Word, Excel (note: proficiency will be expected to be demonstrated during the interview)Possesses and demonstrates a positive focus on achieving outstanding customer satisfactionWork well as part of a team and independently, handling issues with tact and diplomacy.Good organizational, time management, and communication skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions.Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.
Education:
- High school diploma or GED required at a minimum.
Language Requirements:
- Primary communication is in English; Must have oral and written communication skills sufficient to effectively communicate with employees, management, and the client.
Professional Licenses & Certifications:
- If not currently certified, within 45 calendar days of first-day of work be enrolled in the following courses (or equivalent/higher level course held) with completion windows no later than 90 days from start date.
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
- Forklift Operation Skills Training Completion Certificate (Japan issued 1-ton or more)
Other Requirements:
- SOFA Dependents are required to obtain the approved “REQUEST TO ENGAGE IN COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES OR PRIVATE EMPLOYMENT IN JAPAN” as per IIIMEF/MCIPAC MCBBO 5300.3 via Staff Judge Advocate at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan for DBIDS processing as a Contractor
- Candidate must possess a valid passport of home country with a minimum of 12 months remaining to expiration date, if not currently a resident of Japan
- Applicants in-country must hold their own visa sponsorship or residency if not an internal applicant.
- Company will assist applicant in obtaining access to customer work site, MCAS Iwakuni, Japan via DBIDS application.
- Applicant will be required to apply and be accepted for a DBIDS enrollment and identification issuance prior to employment for first workday, which will be categorized as “Foreign Gov Contr”; SOFA dependents will be required to hold Contractor Identification IAW Installation Access Control MCASO prior to employment for first workday. Contractor identification is a requirement of employment.
- Position requires the applicant to drive in the performance of work duties. Applicant must be able to obtain (if on IDP) and maintain a Japanese Driver License, within 90 days of hire, or SOFA license and be able to operate a Company provided motor vehicle on MCAS Iwakuni. Applicant must be able and willing to operate motor vehicle on Japanese roads as job duties require. Vehicle operators will be subject to US Military traffic citation point system.
- Transportation is not provided to locally hired personnel for the purpose of commuting to and from the workplace. Non-locally hired are expected to obtain and maintain the legal ability to operate a Company provided vehicle both on and off the installation for the purpose of commute and/or on-site transportation. Those unable to obtain and maintain the legal means to operate a motor vehicle in Japan or aboard the installation will be responsible for their own transportation for all purposes.
- All vehicle assignments, if applicable, are based on vehicle availability, position, work assignment and where the primary operator may live. Ride sharing on and off base to residences is applicable within the local area as may be necessary.
