Now Hiring: Materials Associate – Help Keep Aerospace Moving
Join PDS Tech Commercial in partnership with a global aerospace industry leader
Job Title: Materials Associate
Job Type: Full Time (up to 24 months)
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Schedule: 1st - 8am to 5pm
Pay Rate: $22.00
Power the Flow That Keeps Innovation FlyingPDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Materials Associate to support warehouse, inventory, and shipping operations for one of the most respected names in the aerospace industry. In this fast-paced and hands-on role, you’ll ensure the right parts get to the right place—at the right time.
Your work will directly support mission-critical manufacturing and engineering teams, helping build and maintain systems that take flight around the world.
What You’ll DoAs a Materials Associate, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Receive, unpack, and verify incoming materials; identify and resolve discrepancies
Perform inventory control duties including stockroom organization, cycle counting, and kitting per bill of materials (BOM)
Utilize computer systems to record inventory transactions, generate labels, and update records
Fill orders, package parts, and prepare materials for shipping per instructions
Load and unload trucks and transport materials across the facility (including use of electric golf carts)
Maintain clean and organized work areas; track and replenish packaging supplies
Identify parts by color codes, part spanings, and container labels
Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, handling tools, and storing chemicals and adhesives
Support the customer service window and process material requisitions
Collaborate with team members and participate in ongoing projects
Train others as needed and perform other warehouse-related duties as assigned
Required QualificationsMinimum 2 years of related materials, shipping, inventory, or warehouse experience
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Basic math and computer proficiency (data entry, inventory systems, label generation)
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
Comfortable standing, bending, and moving throughout the shift
Able to follow written and verbal instructions in English
Must provide steel-toed shoes on start date
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Preferred QualificationsExperience with material handling in a manufacturing or aerospace environment
Familiarity with kitting processes and cycle counting
Experience handling chemicals or adhesives
Ability to identify parts using engineering drawings or desktop instructions
Why This Role MattersIn aerospace, timing is everything. As a Materials Associate, you’re on the front line of ensuring the right components are delivered accurately and efficiently—supporting production, safety, and innovation. You’ll gain hands-on experience with an industry leader and be part of a mission-driven environment where every task counts.
Ready to Launch Your Career?If you’re dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to support the backbone of aerospace operations, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial as a Materials Associate—where precision meets purpose.
Pay Details: $22.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
