A team supporting the United States Army Medical Materiel Center-Europe (USAMMCE) in Kaiserslautern, Germany, is looking for a full-time Transportation Specialist. USAMMCE provides medical logistics support to the U.S. European Command, and its work also reaches humanitarian assistance programs and operations in Southwest Asia and Africa. This is a practical, detail-driven role for someone who takes pride in getting critical supplies moved correctly and on time. As Transportation Specialist, you’ll process material for movement using government systems and procedures; prepare cargo and documents; schedule the movement of products and equipment to multiple locations nationally and internationally; assist with contracted air and ground transportation under the direction of the transportation manager; coordinate with local transport agencies to load, secure, safeguard, and confirm delivery of cargo; work with the packing section on small parcel shipments using automated government systems to request quotes and spot bids; certify cargo for air and ground movement across Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia; and inform hazmat certifiers of corrections to DA Form 2875. The role requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent, English language ability, and basic computer literacy, with German an advantage.
About the Mission — Medical Logistics Across Three Regions
Organization: United States Army Medical Materiel Center-Europe (USAMMCE)
Location: Kaiserslautern, Germany
Mission: Best-in-class medical logistics support to U.S. European Command
Additional Support: Humanitarian assistance, Central Command, and AFRICOM
Recruitment: Published through French Consulting careers
Transportation Specialist Role — Cargo, Documentation & Movement
Department: Transportation / Medical Logistics
Primary Focus: Cargo preparation, documentation, scheduling, certification
Scope: Air and ground movement across Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia
Mission: Delivering medical materiel safely, correctly, and on time
Transportation Specialist Position Overview
The Transportation Specialist role supports one of the core functions of a military medical logistics center: moving medical supplies and equipment where they are needed, in the right condition and with the right paperwork. The work covers a wide area, with shipments going to multiple locations in Europe and beyond, and each one has to be handled with care. Your work starts with processing material for movement through government systems and procedures. You’ll prepare cargo and its documents, making sure each shipment is accurately described and ready to travel. Scheduling is a central part of the job, as you’ll plan the movement of products and equipment to a range of destinations nationally and internationally. Much of the work involves coordination. You’ll assist with contracted air and ground transportation under the direction of the transportation manager and senior specialists, and you’ll work with local transportation agencies to load, secure, and safeguard cargo, and to confirm that deliveries arrive as planned. Small parcel shipments are processed alongside the packing section, using automated government systems to request transport quotes and spot bids. Certification is an important responsibility. You’ll certify cargo for air and ground movement across Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia, and you’ll keep hazardous materials certifiers informed of any corrections needed on the relevant DA Form 2875. Accuracy matters at every step, because a single error in a hazmat declaration or a cargo record can hold up a shipment that someone is waiting for.
As Transportation Specialist, you’ll build practical knowledge of freight documentation, hazardous materials handling, and the coordination of air and ground transport, while developing the discipline that defence logistics requires. The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or GED equivalent and can read, write, speak, and understand English. Being able to understand German is preferred, and basic computer literacy is expected. Candidates must be able to pass a background check. The role works under direct supervision, so a willingness to take guidance, follow procedures closely, and ask questions when unsure is important. For people in the Kaiserslautern area who want to contribute to military medical logistics and build a career in transportation and cargo management, this position offers a stable and meaningful role.
Why This Role Matters: As Transportation Specialist supporting USAMMCE, you help keep medical supplies moving to the people and programs that depend on them, handle cargo and documentation with the accuracy that hazardous materials require, work with automated government systems and transport partners, gain experience in air and ground freight across three regions, and build a career in military medical logistics in Germany.
Key Responsibilities & Cargo Duties
Cargo Preparation & Documentation
- Process material for movement using government systems
- Prepare cargo for shipment accurately
- Prepare shipping documents for each consignment
- Check descriptions match what is being shipped
- Keep documentation complete and filed correctly
- Follow established procedures at every step
Movement Scheduling & Coordination
- Schedule movement of products and equipment
- Plan shipments to multiple national and international locations
- Assist with contracted air and ground transportation
- Work under the direction of the transportation manager
- Coordinate with local transport agencies and services
- Confirm delivery of cargo with receiving teams
Loading, Securing & Safeguarding Cargo
- Support proper loading of cargo for transport
- Secure cargo to prevent movement or damage
- Safeguard cargo throughout its journey
- Check loads against shipment records
- Report damage or discrepancies promptly
- Confirm safe arrival at the destination
Small Parcel & Packing Support
- Work with the packing section on small parcel shipments
- Use automated government systems to request transport quotes
- Submit spot bids for transport services
- Compare quotes to support cost-effective shipping
- Track parcel progress through the system
- Keep small parcel records up to date
Hazmat Certification & Compliance
- Certify cargo for air movement internationally
- Certify cargo for ground movement across Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia
- Inform hazmat certifiers of corrections to DA Form 2875
- Support accurate hazardous materials declarations
- Follow hazmat handling and labeling requirements
- Keep certification records complete
Team Support & Reporting
- Assist transportation managers and specialists
- Share shipment status with the team
- Support the packing section during busy periods
- Respond to questions on cargo and delivery status
- Follow supervisor guidance closely
- Raise issues early when processes are unclear
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
Language & Computer Skills
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Computer literacy
- Ability to understand German (preferred)
Eligibility
- Ability to pass a background check
- Not eligible for SOFA supplemental agreement support (Articles 72 or 73)
Certification & Experience
- No specific certification required for this role
- Prior freight, logistics, or cargo experience is helpful but not stated as required
Career Development & Growth Opportunities
Professional Advancement
- Pathway toward senior transportation specialist roles
- Opportunity to move into transportation management
- Exposure to medical logistics across multiple regions
- Growth in defence and government logistics
Learning & Development
- Hands-on experience with government freight systems
- Training in hazardous materials documentation
- Experience in air and ground cargo coordination
- Practical skills in cargo securing and delivery confirmation
About the Mission — Medical Logistics for Defence and Humanitarian Support
The United States Army Medical Materiel Center-Europe supports the U.S. European Command with medical logistics, and its work extends to humanitarian assistance programs and to commands in Southwest Asia and Africa. Its transportation team keeps medical materiel moving across these regions, relying on accurate documentation, secure handling, and dependable coordination with transport partners.
Career Excellence in Medical Transportation: Join a defence medical logistics mission in Kaiserslautern, prepare and certify cargo for air and ground movement, use government freight systems, coordinate with transport partners across three regions, and build a career in transportation and logistics support.
Who Should Apply?
- Logistics Clerks: Seeking a defence logistics role
- Freight and Cargo Staff: Looking for government-based work
- Warehouse and Shipping Staff: Moving into transportation
- Hazmat-Aware Logistics Professionals: Interested in certification work
- Bilingual English and German Speakers: Based in Kaiserslautern
- Veterans and Military Support Staff: Familiar with logistics procedures
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