Materials Associate I

Date Posted: 2026-07-20 Country: United States of America Location: US-ND-JAMESTOWN-P1 ~ 2604 Highway 20 N ~ PLANT 1 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required Join our team at Collins Aerospace, where you’ll play a key role in supporting critical material handling and inventory operations that keep our production environments running smoothly. In this position, you’ll work hands‑on with a variety of materials, equipment, and computer systems to ensure accurate processing, movement, and documentation of parts throughout the facility. You’ll collaborate with team members, follow established work instructions, and maintain high standards of quality, safety, and accuracy. If you’re detail‑oriented, dependable, and ready to contribute to a fast‑paced aerospace manufacturing environment, we invite you to explore this opportunity.  What You Will Do: Utilize a variety of material handling/packaging equipment Identify correct parts, components, wires and other materials by part markings, color codes, container labels, etc. Utilize desktop instructions, parts lists, forms, & other work instructions to complete tasks Perform bulk counting utilizing various methods Fill orders per requirements Follow proper material handling and packaging techniques to avoid damage Utilize computer systems and printers (e.g. recording inventory transactions, generate labels, labor charging) Conduct area cycle counts and record results Unpack, verify condition of material, count & receive incoming materials Package & prepare materials and completed products for shipping Distribute material to internal plant locations Maintain appropriate levels of packaging supplies Recognize & take steps to resolve inventory discrepancies Maintain accurate records of all work performed Train other employees & perform other duties as assigned Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline Qualifications We Prefer: Computer Proficiency: Basic knowledge of computer operations to access and navigate essential systems and software. Team Collaboration: Work effectively as part of a team, contributing positively to team dynamics and productivity. What We Offer Benefits    Some of our competitive benefits packages include:    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 illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection   Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits   Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning   Adoption Assistance            Autism Benefit   Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions   Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program   Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits   Bright Horizons, child and elder care services   Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program   And more!    Learn More & Apply Now!   The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.   *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.  At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.    Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/