Material Specialist

Department:

Technical Operations

Our Company Promise

We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

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Pay & Benefits:

• Pay of $17.51 to $17.51 per hour*, with the opportunity for future increase per applicable collective bargaining agreement wage scale. Opportunities for overtime and shift premiums.

Benefits you'll love:

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  Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)

  
  


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  Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck

  
  


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  Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when Southwest profits, you profit*

  
  


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  Explore more Benefits you'll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits

  
  

Job Summary

The People of Southwest Airlines come together to deliver on our Purpose, which is to connect People to what's important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. Our Material Specialists maintain Company storeroom logs and records, deliver aircraft parts to various Technical Operations Teams with Southwest Hospitality, and multitask effectively to meet required deadlines. The Chicago (MDW) Material Specialist works within the Chicago Hangar and its warehouse environment. In this role you will have opportunities to collaborate with various workgroups and identify additional areas of interest to gain exposure as you further develop your career. Material Specialists enjoy working with others to execute logistics in a detail-oriented, dynamic, and safe environment.

Additional details:

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  A union-based role that includes working assigned shifts based on seniority. Shifts can include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.

  
  


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  U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.

  
  

Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.

Basic Qualifications

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  High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required.

  
  


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  Must be at least 18 years of age.

  
  


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  Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.

  
  

Education

• High school diploma or equivalency required.

Licensing/Certification:

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  Must be able to obtain a SIDA badge and meet all local airport requirements.

  
  


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  Must possess a valid U.S. Driver's License.

  
  

Physical Abilities:

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  Must be able to pass physical abilities test as detailed in the attached "Summary of Physical Job Requirements".

  
  


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  Must have vision ability sufficient to perform essential job functions.

  
  


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  Must be able to operate a forklift.

  
  


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  Must be able to lift and/or move items weighing 75 pounds on a regular basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis.

  
  


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  Must be able to use a computer keyboard with sufficient speed to meet demands of job.

  
  

Skills/Abilities/Knowledge/Work Style:

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  Must be able to read documents, follow instructions, learn, and understand procedures, rules, and regulations including federal and local security regulations.

  
  


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  Must be able to perform well in a fast-paced environment, subject to adverse weather and aircraft noise.

  
  


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  Must be able to work rotating shifts and/or overtime, as well as on holidays and weekends.

  
  


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  Must be able to satisfactorily complete training program and evaluation period.

  
  


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  Must be aware of hazardous situations and be able to handle emergencies as needed.

  
  


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  Must work under tight time constraints to accomplish job tasks.

  
  


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  Must be able to perform all job functions within a limited space.

  
  


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  Must be able to effectively communicate verbally, using a well-modulated voice.

  
  


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  Must be able to effectively communicate ideas in writing.

  
  


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  Must be able to work well under stressful situations.

  
  


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  Must be able to work well with others as part of a Team.

  
  


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  Must be able to comprehend and keep abreast of information pertinent to the job.

  
  


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  Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines.

  
  

Other Qualifications:

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  Must be at least 18 years of age.

  
  


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  Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines.

  
  


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  Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.

  
  

401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan's vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits

• ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan's vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.

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May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders.

Pay Rate:

$17.51

Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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