Materials Associate II - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-03-03

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NC-WILSON-4200 ~ 4200 Airport Dr ~ BLDG 4200

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Collins Aerospace is looking for a Materials Associate to join our team, supporting shipping and other logistics functions for our Wilson, NC location. In this role, you will contribute directly to the quality and reliability of our logistics processes in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. If you enjoy hands-on work, problem-solving, and continuous learning, this role provides a great opportunity to grow your career.

This is a 1st shift position with the following hours: Monday-Friday; 8:00 AM-4:30 PM (Weekend overtime may be required)

What You Will Do:

• Accurately pack and prepare products for shipment according to company guidelines and customer specifications. 

• Work closely with the delivery assurance team to ensure timely and accurate processing of outgoing orders. 

• Keep detailed records of inventory, shipments, and any discrepancies to ensure proper stock levels and traceability. 

• Complete and manage all necessary shipping documentation, including labels, packing slips, and shipping manifests. 

• Operate forklifts or other machinery to load and unload goods efficiently and safely. 

• Assist with periodic inventory counts and audits to verify stock levels and ensure accuracy. 

• Keep your work area organized and clean, following housekeeping protocols to ensure a safe and efficient workspace. 

• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment and prevent accidents. 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically have High school diploma (or equivalent, e.g., G.E.D.) or vocational/technical education in a related discipline, with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

• Prior logistics experience and/or prior experience with SAP or similar ERP system.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Current training in appropriate shipping regulations, hazardous/dangerous goods packaging and shipping, government, international, ocean air, parcel and LTL truck shipments.  Maintain as required. 

• Skills in label making, proper label application, paperwork preparation, and shipment packing. 

• HazMat certification.

• Prior experience with government packaging.

• Customer portal experience.

• The ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office, shipping carrier manifest software, and labeling. 

• Intermediate computer skills in terms of typing, navigating screens and learning new software programs. 

Role Type:

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

•       Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 

•       Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees. 

•       Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.  

•       Tuition reimbursement program.

•       Student Loan Repayment Program. 

•       Life insurance and disability coverage. 

•       Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical ill