Material Handler-1st Shift

The Career:

Are you passionate about innovation, quality, and making a difference? If so, great news - QA1 is looking for a talented Material Handler to join our Lakeville based team. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge products that not only meet but exceed industry expectations. As a member of the QA1 team, you'll be responsible for pulling products for internal and customer orders, packing shipments, receiving shipments, and doing inventory transactions. You'll support the Area Manager - Material Handling, and your success in this role will depend on your ability to ensure timely and accurate processing. If you are someone who likes a physically active and detail-oriented role, we look forward to hearing from you!

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am-3:00pm with overtime pending business need


The Opportunity:

• Responsible for pulling orders for customer shipments
• Responsible for packaging out bound customer shipments
• Responsible for processing customer order paperwork
• Responsible for pulling orders for internal job orders
• Breaks down pallets of incoming inventory
• Move inventory within the warehouse accurately
• Label all inventory properly
• Create accurate inventory transactions in SyteLine
• Assist in cycle counts and inventory management processes
• Safely operate order pickers and forklifts and perform daily safety checks on the pickers and forklifts

The Critical Skills and Experience You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years of relevant experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Self-directed and able to recognize and pursue opportunities not identified by others
• Results-oriented with sense of urgency to in a fast-paced environment.
• Time-management skills to complete deadline sensitive projects.
• Hands-on attitude. Willing to do whatever is needed to get the job done.
• Team player and able to work independently on projects.
• Must be able to effectively work in an environment requiring repetitive job responsibilities
• Flexibility and willingness to cross-train.
• Foster a teamwork environment with every action.
• Promotes positive team spirit through words and actions; desire to be part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic math, reading and English communication skills
• Willingness to continuously learn and open to feedback to improve individual performance.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA requirements
• Comfortable with team interaction or alone under busy conditions with minimal supervision
• Demonstrable strong technical proficiency with Microsoft Office products and capable of quickly training and becoming proficient with ERP system (Syteline)
• Ability to work with a diverse team
• Verified personal and professional values aligning with QA1

The Company:

QA1 is a privately held leader in performance shocks, steering and suspension systems, chassis, rod ends and related components for the motorsports and industrial markets. With multiple U.S.-based manufacturing facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technology, we are committed to delivering high-quality products that meet the demanding standards of our customers.


Our core values: Create Solutions, Earn It, People Centric, Do the Right Thing - guide everything we do, shaping our products, customer interactions, and internal collaborations. These principles shape a culture that provides premium performance at competitive pricing, while continuously innovating to solve complex challenges. With a focus on long-term relationships, we prioritize customer interests and deliver reliability and credibility.


Our team of over 230 individuals includes passionate racers, automotive enthusiasts, and experts from a variety of industrial fields, fostering a dynamic and collaborative workforce who work together across multiple brands and locations to create high-quality products and deliver great experiences for our customers. Team QA1 includes the people behind our brands: QA1, Detroit Speed & Engineering, Speedtech Performance, and Proforged . While each brand serves a distinct purpose in the market, internally we are united by shared values, goals, and a commitment to doing the right thing.

Our work environment is more than just task-oriented; it is a place where we support each other, have fun, and recognize that every contribution is essential to our collective success. We are not just a company; we are a close-knit, high performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences for our customers and one another.

The Rewards:

At QA1, we understand that high-performance teams deserve high-performance rewards. That's why we offer a comprehensive set of benefits designed to keep our team members fueled, motivated, and achieving their career goals. We support our team, ensuring they have the resources to perform at their best, achieve financial success, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Our rewards include:

• Competitive Pay - based on experience
• Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, dental, life, disability, vision insurance and more
• 401(k) with Company Contribution - Helping you plan for a secure future
• Paid Time Off - Company-paid days off for holidays and taking time to recharge
• Wellness Programs & Perks - Programs to keep you in top shape-physically, socially, and financially
• Development Opportunities - Personal and professional growth opportunities, including education reimbursement, to keep you improving your skills and advancing your career
• Community Engagement - Opportunities to give back through local and national charity efforts, strengthening the community around us
• Exclusive Product Discounts - Enjoy discounts on company products so you can experience our incredible solutions firsthand
• And more perks : Enjoy a climate-controlled manufacturing floor, onsite canteen offerings, and a relaxed and casual dress code

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Interested or Know Someone Who Is?

If this opportunity and our team-oriented culture align with your career goals, please visit for more information and to apply. We carefully review every application received. We welcome applications from candidates who are committed to multicultural understanding and enriching our diverse community. To ensure a safe and secure workplace, QA1 conducts criminal background checks and drug screenings for all new hires.