Material Handler

About the role

This position supports manufacturing operations by ensuring accurate, timely movement and control of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods. The Material Handler works closely with Production, Purchasing, Quality, and Shipping/Receiving to ensure materials are available, properly labeled, and compliant with company Quality and Safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory by ensuring proper identification, labeling, serial/lot control, and proper storage in warehouse locations.
• Kit, stage, and deliver materials to production lines based on work orders and production schedules.
• Issue and transact materials accurately in ERP/MRP systems.
• Locate materials by pulling and verifying items listed on Manufacturing Orders.
• Perform cycle counts, root-cause analysis of discrepancies, and support physical inventories.
• Operate metal cutting equipment (e.g., shear, band saw) to size material when necessary.
• Put away parts by verifying part numbers, serial/lot info, quantity, and placing materials into locations.
• Prepare finished goods for shipment by ensuring items are properly pulled and packaged to protect goods from damage during transit in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
• Ship finished goods to end users with carriers and freight companies, ensuring all shipping documentation is correct and compliant.
• Maintain material-handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections and reporting necessary repairs.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe material storage areas.
• Safely operate company vehicles (e.g., van, box truck) to perform scheduled local pickups and deliveries in compliance with all traffic laws, company policies, and DOT requirements (as applicable).
• Comply with safety regulations, quality standards, and company procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic Computer Skills (ERP systems, barcode scanners, Excel, etc.).
• 3-5 years' experience in warehousing and material handling operations.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Data Entry Skills (Costpoint experience a plus).
• Forklift experience.