Materials & Logistics Specialist -Temporary

Materials & Logistics Specialist - Temporary

Pittsboro, NC 27228

Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Skilled Trade

Pay Rate: $25.00 / hour

Materials & Logistics Specialist Temporary Location: Pittsboro, NC Pay: $25.00/hour Employment Type: Temporary

We are seeking an experienced Materials & Logistics Specialist for a temporary opportunity with one of our clients in the medical device manufacturing industry. This position will support day-to-day material movement, shipping and receiving, inventory control, procurement, and logistics activities to help maintain an efficient production flow.

Responsibilities

• Support Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Distribution, and Material Handling operations.
• Supply raw materials to production areas and restock warehouse inventory following production runs.
• Accurately pick materials according to required revisions and lot numbers.
• Process inbound and outbound shipments to support production schedules.
• Load and unload trucks as needed and coordinate with carriers including UPS and FedEx.
• Maintain shipping logs and update inventory/MRP systems.
• Enter incoming inventory accurately and complete required documentation.
• Perform cycle counts, inventory counts, and material adjustments.
• Track production lots through invoicing.
• Issue work orders and routers based on production schedules.
• Purchase production supplies as needed.
• Assist with inventory issues and warehouse space management.
• Support international shipping documentation.
• Transport materials between warehouses when applicable.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on workflow, inventory accuracy, and reducing unnecessary steps.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or two years of technical school.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Experience with shipping software and systems such as UPS and FedEx.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Clean driving record if operating a company road vehicle is required.
• Experience maintaining safety logs or supporting driving safety compliance is preferred.

The ideal candidate is a dependable self-starter who takes ownership of their work, works well across departments, and is committed to accuracy, quality, and continuous improvement.