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Job Description:

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a WMP Material Handler (Contract) to join our Final Assembly Line based in Mobile, AL.

Reporting to the Logistics Manager, the Material Handler is responsible for the coordination of all materials required for their respective A220 assembly position’s activities. The WMP Material Handler will also problem-solve and escalate any issues related to part shortages. The WMP Material Handler is part of an MFT in situ at the station.

This position is a 6 month temporary (contract) position but could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus in America.

Meet the team:

The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery – working with production teams on every aspect of assembly from managing technical information, quality control, maintenance tasks and health & safety – along flowlines and flightlines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life.

Your working environment:

Nearby on ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

Your challenges:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Interface with Mirabel Procurement Operations for shortage resolution via a Supply Officer.

  
  
  

• Coordinate materials required for rescheduling in case of planned shortages (Contingency Plan).

  
  
  

• Investigation in cases of missing parts (including physical search coordinated with third party logistics (3PL)).

  
  
  

• General Coordination with 3PL and on-site workshops as required.

  
  
  

• Coordinate with Operational Procurement on return flow.

  
  
  

• Support departmental adherence to KPIs related to Health & Safety, Quality and Productivity.

  
  
  

• Participate in daily team meetings to address issues impacting Operations.

  
  
  

• Support implementation of procedures and work instructions to support the manufacturing and quality system.

  
  
  

• Actively identify opportunities and support / participate in continuous improvement initiatives, workflow consolidation and OSW inventory, including 5S.

  
  
  

• Support effective communication between Business Units.

  
  
  

• Prepare and issue relevant management reports and ensure visual management tools are maintained.

  
  
  

• Other duties as assigned.

  
  
  

Your boarding pass:

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

  
  
  

Experience:

• Experience with production assembly, material and work planning, and supply management perferred.

  
  
  

• Demonstrated knowledge of shop floor safety and OSHA regulations.

  
  
  

• Demonstrated ability to analyze situations and provide solutions.

  
  
  

• Knowledge of and ability to use and apply LEAN knowledge and techniques.

  
  
  

• Ability to enter and retrieve information using a computer (SAP and Google Suite).

  
  
  

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

  
  
  

• Support the Manager, Logistics in the implementation, management, and monitoring of Material Management Work Processes.

  
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Vision:Adequate to enter and read material on computer screens. Able to identify individuals to initiate greetings, the giving of directions and other business interactions.

  
  
  

• Hearing:Able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings; Able to hear safety alerts and warning signals.

  
  
  

• Speaking: Able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size with or without amplification.

  
  
  

• Carrying: Able to occasionally carry up to 20lbs/9kg while engaging in training, addressing production issues or as part of continuous improvement projects.

  
  
  

• Lifting: Able to occasionally lift up to 30lbs/14kg.

  
  
  

• Pushing/Pulling:Able to push/pull items in office areas and on the shop floor.

  
  
  

• Sitting: Able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer and in meetings.

  
  
  

• Squatting/Kneeling: Able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.

  
  
  

• Standing:Able to stand for extended periods of time delivering information.

  
  
  

• Travel/Mobility:Able to travel overseas and domestically sometimes for extended periods of time and on short notice.

  
  
  

• Walking: Able to walk through office and production areas, around flightline and airstrips and sometimes on uneven indoor or outdoor surfaces other business interactions.

  
  
  

• Space Limitations: Working on jigs at the fuselage at a height of 15 feet.

  
  
  

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:

Agency / Temporary

Experience Level:

Entry Level

Remote Type:

On-site

Job Family:

Production Planning & Scheduling <JF-MA-PP>

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Job Posting End Date: 07.06.2026

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