Job Description

Arcata is a technical services company supporting our nation's defense and maintaining our country's leadership in science, aeronautics, and space. Our greatest strength is our people. Together, the hard work of our staff and team members supports critical operations that make a difference and advance human achievement.

Purpose and Scope:

Supervises and coordinates Logistics Operations including; Supply Customer Service, Maintenance Support, Centralized Storage, Decentralized Material, Inbound/ Outbound Shipment, Inspection, Inventory, Logistics Computer Support, Aircraft Parts Store, Flight Service Center, Individual Protective Equipment, Mobility Readiness Spare Parts Kits and Vehicle Maintenance/ Operations.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Leads Safety and Quality Assurance efforts of the assigned departments through continuous oversight, campaigns, training, briefings, and fostering of a safety and quality culture to ensure adherence to rules and regulations.
• Manages a work force of upwards of 50 personnel.
• Prepares detailed reports and briefings to clearly and accurately communicate functional area progress, status, and deliverables.
• Possesses Subject Matter Expert knowledge of contractual requirements for the areas assigned.
• Act as the company liaison with government customer and other contractors for planning, implementing and coordinating logistics initiatives.
• Responsible for process improvement and efficiencies.
• Articulate significant work performed for contract and employee recognition.

Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Bachelor's degree in related field such as logistics or transportation is preferred. A minimum of four (4) years relevant work experience with a proven track record in scheduling and managing others. Experience managing union personnel under collective bargaining agreements (CBA) is desirable, as well is contractor/ customer relations.

Should be skilled in management principles and processes, application of fact finding and investigative techniques, analytical and evaluative methods for assessing program development or execution and improving organizational effectiveness and efficiency.

A working knowledge of the following is preferred (but not required):

Defense Property Accountability System (DPAS) and Integrated Logistics System-Supply (ILS-S) processes, and procedures. Must be familiar with procedural Air Force requirements AFI 23-101, AFMAN 23-122 and AFH 23-123, AFMAN 23-203, ILS-S User's Manual, AFI 25-2501, AFI 10-403, DoD MANUAL 4140.27, VOLUME 1 and various Technical Manuals used to manage assets.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance. Possess a valid state issued driver's license.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

Typical warehouse office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 15 pounds, constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.

Arcata Associates is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.