Material Handler, Lead (2026-051)
Astronics Subsidiary Atronics AES
Location Redmond, WA
Description
Astronics AES in Redmond, WA is hiring a **Lead Material Handler** on First Shift! This **lead position** offers **base pay plus an additional $3/hour** for taking on lead responsibilities. Hours are Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm.
As a Lead Material Handler, you'll play a critical role in ensuring daily operations run smoothly by:
+ **Directing tasks and allocating responsibilities within the group** to ensure deadlines are met consistently.
+ **Making real-time, urgent, and frequent decisions** that directly impact the flow of business.
+ **Escalating and resolving unresolved work issues** to keep the team moving forward efficiently.
Take your material handling skills to the next level with this lead opportunity!
**JOB SUMMARY**
The Material Handler will manually move freight, stock, or other materials or perform other general labor in relation to managing materials for the production line.
**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ Stock and distribute products and materials in inventory warehouses and manufacturing lines
+ Package and prepare products and merchandise for the shipping clerk.
+ Prepare and maintain records of items shipped (i.e. purchase orders, manual shippers, and work orders)
+ Perform daily cycle counts
+ Periodically rotate in RECEIVING for cross training
+ May drive a non-CDL box truck for deliveries
+ Other duties as assigned
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**
**Education/Experience:**
+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ Demonstrates familiarity of job duties (typically 1-2 years of direct experience in the duties and responsibilities of the position)
**Technical Skills:**
+ Data base user interface and query software
+ Electronic mail software
+ Enterprise resource planning ERP software
+ Inventory management software
+ Spreadsheet software
+ Label making software
+ Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software
**Work Environment:**
+ Manufacturing environment
+ Time Pressure
+ Operating a forklift, pallet jack and/or manlift operator
+ Standing for long periods of time
+ Lifting heavy (typically 30 lbs) items
**ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS**
+ As a US Department of Defense Contractor, this position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee's authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
+ An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test **which** **includes screening for the use of cannabis** .
**Salary is $18.46 - $24.97 per hour, dependant on experience. Mid-point is $21.72. Lead pay adds an additional $3/hour.**
Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.
**Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:**
+ **Stay Healthy** - Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity
+ **Save for the Future** - 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
+ **Find Balance** - Employee Assistance Program, work/life balance culture
+ **Time for You** - Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year
Position Requirements
See above
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company's strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets.
For more information on Astronics and its solutions, visit www.Astronics.com.
EOE Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
This position is currently accepting applications.