Storekeeper / Material Handler - Full Time

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Chiba, Tokyo-To, Japan Until 10/8/2026 First posted May 29, 2026 Last posted August 9, 2026
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Description

Job Overview and Responsibilities

  • Performs work generally recognized as Storekeeper's work in storeroom areas located in maintenance bases and line operations including receiving, issuing, provisioning, checking, classifying, inventorying and storing of supplies, equipment, parts and materials
  • Opening, packaging and sealing of boxes and crates
  • Work may be performed indoors and outdoors where employees may be exposed to wide variety of weather conditions, noises and fumes and machinery
  • Performance of duties, will include climb & work from ladders, bend & stoop in confined areas and stand and/or walk for extended periods of time
  • Heavy lifting, pushing and pulling in the loading and unloading of trucks, carts and conveyors
  • Fueling assigned vehicles
  • Transporting parts and materials between various locations, sorting and counting items and preparing labels and related ticketing documents
  • Reading and interpreting documents or instructions to build kits for use in aircraft change orders, first aid, in-flight and charter services
  • Responsibility for maintaining an orderly and safe work area and maintaining familiarity with operating procedures, general rules and regulations
  • Operating a variety of equipment with manual and automatic transmissions including forklifts, trucks, tractors, tugs, and electric carts
  • Working with hand tools, such as remote computer terminal sets, bag sealers, saws, mobile radios, shears, knives and staplers
  • Handling hazardous materials, flammable materials and/or hazardous waste
  • Converting units of weights and measurements
  • Using a computer to track inventory

 

This position is offered on local terms and conditions.  Expatriate assignments and sponsorship for employment visas, even on a time-limited visa status, will not be awarded.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent education
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Basic ability to convert units of weight and measurements
  • Must possess a valid driver's license (suspended, expired, revoked, or denied are not considered valid) and have an acceptable driving record
  • Must be flexible and willing to work any shift in a 24 hour/7 day a week operation, including early mornings, afternoons, late nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak English and Japanese fluently
  • Must be legally authorized to work in Japan for any employer without sponsorship
  • Successful completion of testing/interview required to meet job qualifications
  • Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous work in jobs requiring heavy lifting and safety awareness
  • Previous warehouse or related experience
  • Forklift operation experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites (Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Inventory experience
About this role

Summary

Manage inventory, operate equipment, handle hazardous materials, and support logistics operations.

Job title

Storekeeper / Material Handler

Experience level

entry level

Industry

transportation

Location requirements

Chiba, Tokyo-To, Japan; no remote work allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

valid driver licensebilingual Japanese and Englishbasic unit conversionforklift operationcomputer skills

Preferred skills

warehouse experienceMicrosoft Officeheavy liftingsafety awareness

Specializations

inventoryforklifthazardous materialsheavy lifting
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chiba, Japan

On-site City