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Textron

Material Expeditor

Textron, Slidell, Louisiana, United States, 70461

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Who We Are Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi‑industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch; things that move people; protect soldiers; power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

About This Role This role is in Textron Systems’ Land Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com and Lycoming.com to learn more about who we are and the products we make.

As a Material Expeditor you will be responsible for electronically moving Discrete Jobs through process steps, issuing material from inventory, stocking material, and closing Discrete Jobs. The main function involves partnering with Production Control and Planning to prioritize and distribute material to Production at the point of use and coordinating the physical movement of material.

Responsibilities

Electronically process Discrete Jobs within Oracle and Solumina to deliver, stock, and move material throughout the floor and complete Discrete Jobs.

Coordinate and execute critical part movement with the warehouse, support material movement to MRB, and support the return‑to‑vendor process when needed.

Stage material such as kits for items originating from other facilities, parts or kits originating within the same facility and delivering to the proper work‑centers on the Production floor.

Order point‑of‑use materials from the warehouse such as free bin, min/max, hazardous consumables, and any other related materials.

Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineers, Production Control Analysts and Quality Control on material problems found on the Production floor (non‑conforming material, lost parts, items routed incorrectly, return to stocks, etc.).

Troubleshoot DJ order releases, material requirements, routings, and availability with Production Control, Manufacturing Engineering and Material Planning groups.

Troubleshoot systems‑based issues with Oracle, Solumina, eMatrix, Zebra devices, etc.

Coordinate with warehouse and supply chain management on OVF (outside vendor forming) and OSP (outside supplier processing) related functions.

Deliver material to production work areas, between work areas, and any other applicable locations.

Maintain inventory records, logs, signatures, and other data as required.

Perform other job‑related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Two (2) or more years of warehousing, production, or related experience.

Proficient use of MS Office with an emphasis on Microsoft Outlook.

General understanding of software applications.

Oracle experience is a plus.

Ability to use forklift and material handling equipment.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to interface effectively within and across teams both internal and external.

Eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Essential Physical Demand Requirements Postural: Must have the ability to move extremities and spine throughout a range of motion permitting work in a variety of postures from floor to overhead level.

Dexterity: Must have good dexterity and frequently use one or two hands for hand tools and handling materials.

Cardiorespiratory demand: Must have sufficient fitness to perform medium work, including constant standing and walking, material handling, and work in hot, humid conditions.

General physical activities: Standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, seeing, reaching, hearing, depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders and stairs, balancing.

Physical demand level – Medium: Must be able to perform medium labor, including lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling not to exceed 60 lb.

How We Care

Flexible work schedules

Education assistance

Career development & training opportunities

Wellness program (including fitness reimbursement)

Medical, dental, vision & 401(k) with company funding

Paid parental leave

Are you a Military Veteran? Textron’s products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our company.

EEO Statement Textron is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Information Primary location:

US – Louisiana – Slidell Job function:

Manufacturing Schedule:

Full‑time, First Shift Job level:

Individual Contributor Job type:

Experienced Travel:

5 % of the time Job posting:

11/10/2025 Job number:

337471

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