Materials Handler

**Job Title**: Materials Handler **PP-SRS-GRD**: W-6907-04
**Location**: RAF Mildnehall **Vacancy Number **478961

**Open Date**:25 Jun 24 **Close Date **02 Jul 24
**Work Hour Per Week ** 20 hourss **Salary (Per Hour) **£12.13
- ** Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections can be made from this announcement **_

**Main Purpose**

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Materials Handler (Warehouse Operatives) at 100 Air Refueling Wing, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom.

The primary purpose of this position is to perform the full range of warehousing duties with responsibility of handling or overseeing one or more product lines, a segment of a large warehouse, or serve as the senior employee in a smaller warehouse. You will be responsible for organizing and coordinating an effective receiving operation, and able to independently perform a complete range of receiving assignments. You will be responsible for organizing and coordinating an effective storage operation. The role includes performing tasks involved in issuing and shipping items. Selecting and assembling items for issuance/shipment based on priority, type of material, mode of transportation, destination, and type of transaction. You will assist in accomplishing inventories by counting items and properly completing tally listings and other inventory documents. You will also perform material handling duties, including the use of tools and other equipment, in a safe manner, utilizing safety practices and procedures, and complying with established safety rules and regulations.

For specific qualification requirements for the position, you can visit: Federal Wage System Qualifications (opm.gov)

**Knowledge and Experience Required **_**:

- **_**Applicants must demonstrate the following**:

- Working knowledge of accepted warehousing methods, procedures, and material handling techniques; and of warehousing functions such as material receiving, storage, issuing, and preservation.
- Working knowledge of warehouse configurations, storage requirements for particular commodities, and storage documentation requirements; and of inventory procedures.
- Working knowledge of regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation; and of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
- Skill in the use of automated material processing equipment and systems.
- Ability to prepare inventory and production reports; and to screen shipping and receiving documents for discrepancies.

**Other Significant Facts Pertaining to this position**
- Hours of work: Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization’s flexible working policies.
- Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules, and regulations.
- Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
- May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.
- May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.
- Position may be coded as mission essential.
- A 6 month probationary period will be required.
- Overtime may be required.
- May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary train.

**Other Important Information**
- Hours of work: 20 hours per week on a rostered schedule.
- May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.
- Position may be coded as mission essential.

**Benefits**
- 12.5 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy.
- Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free on-site parking
- Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment.
- Development opportunities available
- Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high performance
- Free access to on-site gym facilities

**Who Can Apply**
- Citizens of the UK, Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign

Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency in the UK.
- Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position; however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful applicants will require a security clearance.
- Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date.
- Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving license or current passport.
- This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Fo