Material Handler

Material Handler

The Material Handler supports electronics manufacturing operations by performing inventory control activities, kitting materials for production orders, and accurately recording all inventory movements in the electronic inventory control system. This role contributes directly to operational efficiency, product quality, and customer satisfaction by ensuring materials are correctly handled, protected, and available at the right place and time. The position requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory organization and perform cycle counts by location, quantity, and status to ensure accurate stock records.
• Transact materials in the ERP system to match the physical movement of parts throughout the facility.
• Accurately pick, count, label, and transact parts for production operations according to pick lists and ad hoc material requests.
• Expedite materials and related transactions to support manufacturing operations and minimize production delays.
• Maintain and deliver in-process inventory to point-of-use workstations to support continuous production flow.
• Verify inventory computations by comparing system records to physical counts of stock and investigate discrepancies or adjust errors as needed.
• Utilize reel counters and scales to accurately count and verify inventory quantities.
• Load and unload trucks, boxes, containers, and carts safely and efficiently.
• Use a variety of packaging and handling methods to protect materials from damage, including electrostatic discharge prevention and proper handling of moisture-sensitive parts.
• Store and organize parts in accordance with material handling guidance such as FIFO (First In, First Out), locator organization, and weight considerations.
• Enter cycle count results into the ERP system to keep inventory records current and accurate.
• Process inventory adjustments in the ERP system while following the established approval hierarchy.
• Prepare parts according to part specifications to ensure they meet packaging and handling requirements.
• Select the correct pocket and tape for tape-and-reel packaging based on part and packaging specifications.
• Follow detailed specifications for the orientation of parts in trays and on tape-and-reel to support automated assembly processes.
• Maintain safety standards and follow 5S workplace organization practices to keep the work area clean, orderly, and safe.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support overall warehouse and production operations.

Essential Skills

• Experience in material handling, including loading, unloading, picking, and packaging materials.
• Hands-on experience with inventory management and cycle counts in a production or warehouse environment.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Basic computer navigation skills, including the use of email applications and electronic inventory control systems.
• Proficient English business communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate counting, labeling, and transaction of parts.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and maintain orderly inventory storage.
• Ability to work closely with others and demonstrate effective communication and teamwork.
• Flexibility and adaptability, with the ability and willingness to modify activities and direction in a dynamic business environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced, team-based environment.
• Capability to follow safety procedures and use designated personal protective equipment and electrostatic discharge protection when required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with ERP systems for material transactions and inventory adjustments.
• Experience using reel counters and scales to accurately measure and verify component quantities.
• Knowledge of FIFO inventory practices and locator-based storage organization.
• Understanding of electrostatic discharge prevention methods and handling of moisture-sensitive components.
• Experience with tape-and-reel packaging, including selection of pockets and tape and correct orientation of parts in trays and reels.
• Comfort working around operating machinery and moving equipment while adhering to safety guidelines.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers the chance to play a key role in a modern electronics manufacturing environment where accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement are highly valued. You will work with supportive colleagues in a structured yet dynamic setting that encourages adaptability and problem-solving. The organization emphasizes safety, organized work practices, and clear processes, helping you build strong operational and technical skills that are highly transferable within manufacturing and logistics.

Work Environment

The work environment is generally clean and organized, with a focus on 5S workplace organization standards. The role is based in an electronics manufacturing and inventory control setting, where you may encounter occasional dust, metals, solder, and high noise levels from operating machines. There may be physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts, so adherence to safety protocols is essential. Designated personal protective equipment and electrostatic discharge protection must be worn where required. The position involves regular handling of materials, loading and unloading of trucks and containers, and working at or near production workstations in a fast-paced environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Albuquerque, NM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Albuquerque, NM.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 2026.