Materials Handler

About the role

The Materials Handler will perform a full range of warehouse functions at DLA Distribution Europe in Germersheim, Germany. This mission‑essential position supports the receipt, storage, assembly, and shipment of a variety of supplies, equipment, and commodities while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and process incoming shipments, verifying documentation against labels.
• Store and organize items, determine optimal placement, and maintain inventory records.
• Assemble orders for shipment, check container conditions, and load items onto the correct conveyances.
• Count and reconcile inventory during regular counts, investigating over, short, or misplaced items.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts (up to 15,000 lb), warehouse tractors, stock selectors, and general‑purpose vehicles.
• Pack and repack items using standard packing materials and techniques.

Required profile

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a REAL ID.
• Pass a pre‑employment physical and meet non‑critical security requirements.
• Willingness to serve as a mission‑essential employee for a 36‑month overseas tour.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Material Handling Equipment (MHE) license and any other required certifications.

Required skills

• Forklift operation (capacity up to 15,000 lb).
• Warehouse tractor, stock selector, and general‑purpose vehicle operation.
• Inventory counting and reconciliation.
• Shipping and receiving documentation verification.
• Standard packing and repacking techniques.