Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Material Handler plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations by ensuring accurate material handling, inventory control, and timely delivery of components to production lines. This position requires a high level of precision, strong system knowledge, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where accuracy directly impacts production flow.

Job Description

• Perform a variety of material handling and inventory control tasks to support manufacturing operations
• Receive, count, inspect, and stock raw materials with a high degree of accuracy
• Ensure proper packaging, labeling, part identification, stock rotation (FIFO), and shelf-life management
• Interpret and execute pick/order tickets with 100% accuracy
• Complete detailed inventory transactions in warehouse management systems (e.g., SAP), ensuring full traceability
• Deliver materials to production and shipping areas in accordance with standard processes and timelines
• Prepare, configure, and package material kits for production or upgrades
• Receive, sort, inspect, and validate returned materials, including warranty checks
• Monitor and maintain bin accuracy and inventory integrity; escalate discrepancies as needed
• Maintain precise and organized documentation of all material movements
• Follow and enforce all workplace safety protocols in a manufacturing environment

Skills Required

• Experience in material handling within a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Working knowledge of inventory processes such as cycle counting, FIFO, bin accuracy, labeling, and Min/Max levels
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (SAP preferred)
• Familiarity with RF scanners for inventory tracking (preferred)
• Ability to accurately read and interpret pick lists, work orders, and inventory documentation
• Experience operating warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and reel counters
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to zero-error accuracy
• Ability to maintain precise, real-time records of inventory transactions
• Basic English reading and writing skills for communication and documentation
• Consistently ensures inventory and order accuracy under pressure
• Identifies discrepancies (e.g., bin count issues) and takes appropriate corrective or escalation actions
• Able to meet tight production deadlines without compromising quality
• Coordinates effectively with production, shipping, and quality teams
• Quickly learns systems, processes, and product requirements
• Proactively identifies hazards and follows proper reporting procedures
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials, including frequent lifting over 20 lbs
• Capable of prolonged standing, sitting, repetitive motion, and working in confined spaces
• Ability to climb and safely operate within a production environment
• Sustained concentration when working with small parts, inventory systems, and screens
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing setting with exposure to noise, dust, temperature changes, and machinery

Education

• Highschool diploma or GED