Material Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

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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 restocks 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 COMPENSTATION:

• 401K with company match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Disability
• PTO
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities
• EAP

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Valid Driver’s License required
• Capable of working independently or under supervision. 
• Flexibility to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate. 

• 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:

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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:

Requires sitting, standing or walking for extended periods of time. Requires frequent walking, climbing and lifting, bending, reaching to shoulder level, carrying, pushing or pulling weight up to 50 pounds. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Aircraft maintenance hangar, and Avionics Shop.
• Exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, electrical charges and radar waves, materials identified on Safety Data Sheets, 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.

- Any 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 a condition or situation.

- In all cases, the employee must notify his/her supervisor of any actions taken by the employee. The first employee to observe an accident or incident should take immediate action to alert appropriate responders/supervision and to take reasonable steps to prevent further injury, or damage.

Duties not listed within the position description may be required of the employee at the discretion of the department management. Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions or multiple shift positions.

Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DIS