Overview

Material Handler (EPFAB-2026-26095):

Bowhead is seeking a reliable and motivated Material Handler to support the Engineering and Prototype Shop at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD).

Bowhead offers:

SCA Material Handler pay at $17.76 per hour, plus $5.09 per hour for H&W (Health and Welfare)
A total of 33 paid days off per year. (Described below)
Paid vacation accrued up to 15 days a year.
Paid sick leave accrued up to 7 days a year.
Paid holidays 11 per year.
Up to $175 for safety boots every two years.
Up to $5250 for college tuition per year.
Up to $5250 for training per year.
Prescription safety glasses are provided yearly.
401K matched up to 3%.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with manufactured materials in a fast-paced shop environment.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

Receiving and unloading materials from delivery trucks.
Organizing and staging raw materials in designated areas.
Cutting materials to specified lengths using a band saw, as directed.
Safely operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to move materials throughout the shop.
Using standard measuring tools, including dial calipers and tape measures, to verify dimensions.
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe shop environment.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must have a high school diploma.
Must have at least one (1) year of experience with material handling operations.
Prior experience in a manufacturing or fabrication setting is preferred.
Basic level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints.
Capable of using standard measuring tools such as dial calipers and tape measures.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, customers, and management, and respond to instructions/assignments.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, and be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for a Secret clearance at this location. Bowhead will assist in obtaining a clearance upon hire, unless the candidate already possesses one.

If you possess these skills, please join our Bowhead team as we work side by side with the United States Navy on mission-critical projects in this dynamic and innovative environment.

Target salary is $17.76/hour commensurate with experience

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for a Secret clearance at this location.

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