Materials Associate (Parts Picker)

Work Arrangement: In-Office, Hamel, MN

Schedule

• 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
• 1st Shift: Monday-Thursday, 5:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

About the role

The Materials Associate picks parts for assembly cells and helps maintain and stock inventory consistent with company policies and procedures. This role supports production by ensuring materials are accurate, available, and organized for assembly operations. The position requires attention to detail, basic math skills, and the ability to follow instructions accurately in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Pick parts for assembly cells accurately and efficiently to support production needs
• Maintain and stock inventory consistent with company policies and procedures
• Support accurate inventory movement, organization, and replenishment within the manufacturing environment
• Use basic computer skills to navigate systems and complete required inventory or production-related tasks
• Follow written and verbal instructions while maintaining accuracy with numbers, quantities, and part information
• Assist with cycle counting or related inventory activities as needed
• Operate or train to operate a forklift and overhead crane as needed
• Communicate effectively with company personnel and others to support production flow and inventory accuracy
• Maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate a strong desire to learn and grow

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent
• At least six months to one year of related parts picking and/or cycle counting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Basic to intermediate PC skills, including the ability to navigate from one screen to another
• Microsoft Office knowledge, including Word and Excel
• Ability to work accurately with numbers and instructions, including basic math skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to problem solve
• Ability to be trained to operate a forklift and overhead crane as needed
• Positive attitude with a strong desire to learn and grow
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with company personnel and others

Benefits

Health & Wellness

• Medical & dental coverage for you and your family
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability protection

Financial Well-Being

• 401(k) with company contribution
• Profit sharing: when Tolomatic does well, you share in it
• Tuition reimbursement toward degrees and certifications

Work & Life

• Paid time off that grows with your tenure
• Flexible scheduling

Beyond the Job

• Paid volunteer time and company-sponsored opportunities to support causes you care about
• Annual Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Day for employees' children
• Sustainability initiatives: planting trees for every actuator sold, recycling tens of thousands of pounds of aluminum, steel, and cardboard each year
• Company gatherings and team-building activities

Pay

$20-$22/hour. Signing bonus available.

Why Join Tolomatic?

• Make a Real Impact: With a small, agile team, your work will be seen, valued, and have a direct impact on the business
• Work With Purpose: Products help manufacturers build smarter, safer, and more sustainable operations, from EVs to medical devices to food production
• Collaborative Culture: Open communication, mutual respect, and cross-department collaboration
• Supportive Environment: Encouragement for curiosity, learning new tools, and exploring fresh ideas
• Stability and Innovation: Decades of experience with a focus on digital evolution
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities for internal promotion, funding for degrees and certifications, and room to take on more responsibilities

About Tolomatic

Tolomatic designs and manufactures premium electro-mechanical actuation solutions trusted in both industrial and defense applications. Our actuators advance electric vehicle manufacturing, optimize food production, enhance patient outcomes, and more. We're a tight-knit, family-owned team with over 70 years of experience and a global reputation for durable, reliable products in industries like packaging, material handling, medical, food processing, automotive, semiconductor, and general automation.