Materials Handler

Materials Handler — Max Machinery, Inc.

Pay: $27.00 – $30.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shift (production hours generally 6:30 AM–3:00 PM)
Job Type: Full-time
Location: In person

Benefits

Generous benefits package available, including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA
• 401(k) with Company Match
• PTO
• Personal Holiday
• Paid Holidays

About the Role

Max Machinery, Inc. is an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer looking for a Materials Handler to manage the movement and handling of machined components, raw materials, and finished products throughout our facility. You'll receive, track, move, and store inventory through every stage — receiving, inventory control, and shipping — using our ERP system.

What You'll Do

General

• Follow procedures and work instructions outlined by our Quality Management System (QMS)
• Keep work areas organized and clean
• Follow all company safety rules and procedures
• Take on other duties as assigned

Receiving

• Receive incoming shipments and verify compliance with QMS procedures
• Unpack shipments, inspect items, and reconcile quantities against packing lists and purchase orders
• Record received items accurately and promptly in the ERP system
• Route materials to inspection, stockroom, or designated individuals per process documents or manager instruction

Inventory Control

• Perform regular cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies
• Maintain inventory accuracy and organization per QMS procedures
• Package, store, and label inventory safely and clearly for efficient tracking
• Replenish work center bench-stock daily or as needed
• Process ERP transactions for cycle count adjustments and inventory transfers

Shipping

• Package and ship products per daily schedules, prioritizing customer shipments
• Follow shipping procedures to prevent breakage or damage in transit
• Generate shipping documentation (packing slips, labels, etc.) via ERP and shipping software
• Follow up on shipments and coordinate with carriers (UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.) as needed
• Provide shipping quotes/rates promptly when requested by sales or purchasing

What You'll Need

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License (Class C)
• 2+ years of materials handling experience, preferably in manufacturing or a machine shop

Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in warehouse/stockroom management software and basic computer applications, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Infor Visual) preferred
• Familiarity with shipping manifest software (UPS WorldShip®, FedEx Online Shipping, DHL Express Online Shipping) preferred
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management
• Self-motivated with solid understanding of material handling safety protocols
• Comfortable operating forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material‑handling equipment (certification training provided)

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Regular sitting, standing, walking, reaching, and repetitive hand motions; occasional bending, kneeling, crouching, and climbing stairs
• Fast-paced warehouse/production environment handling small to medium machine parts and raw materials; PPE required
• Equipment used includes ladders, pallet jacks, hand trucks, utility carts, and forklifts (training provided)

Supervisory Responsibilities: None