Material Handler , Manufacturing Support - Skilled

Material Handler I, Manufacturing Support - Skilled

This role supports manufacturing operations by accurately receiving, storing, preparing, and distributing materials, parts, and supplies while maintaining precise inventory records. Working under general supervision, you handle both physical and administrative tasks, ensuring materials are available, organized, and documented to support efficient production and high safety and quality standards.

• Receive incoming materials, parts, and supplies, verify quantities and descriptions, and ensure accurate documentation in inventory systems.
• Store materials in designated locations in a safe, organized, and efficient manner to support smooth manufacturing operations.
• Prepare and stage materials for production lines, including picking, packing, and material preparation to ensure lines are fully prepped and ready for use.
• Distribute materials and components to designated areas on the manufacturing floor according to production requirements and schedules.
• Maintain accurate records of materials and inventory, including counts, movements, and any discrepancies, and complete detailed documentation as required.
• Operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts, in a safe and efficient manner to move, load, and unload materials as needed.
• Follow detailed verbal and written instructions to perform tasks correctly and consistently, adhering to established procedures and training.
• Monitor materials and inventory for issues or inconsistencies, identify potential problems, and promptly communicate concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Observe, note, and correct minute inconsistencies in materials, labeling, or documentation to support high quality standards.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, including good housekeeping and ergonomics practices, and proactively speak up about safety or quality concerns.
• Participate in cross-training and teamwork activities to support multiple material handling and manufacturing support functions.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a diverse environment, contributing to continuous improvement and effective conflict resolution.
• Meet assigned work schedules and overtime requirements, including weekends, to support production demands.
• Perform repetitive material handling tasks with sustained stamina while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to meet assigned work schedule and overtime requirements, including weekends.
• Ability to read and understand procedures, safety sheets, instructions, and policies in English.
• Ability to carry out verbal instructions and communicate verbally in English.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to complete detailed documentation accurately.
• Ability to adhere to safety requirements, including good housekeeping and ergonomics practices.
• Capability to perform repetitive tasks with sufficient stamina.
• Ability to observe, note, and correct minute inconsistencies in materials or documentation.
• Ability to learn new processes, systems, and equipment used in material handling and manufacturing support.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills, including working effectively in a diverse setting and with cross-functional teams.
• Motivation to grow, learn, and progress to the next skill level, including willingness to cross-train.
• Physical ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Good visual perception and fine motor skills to work with and sort small component parts.
• Ability to analyze basic material and inventory issues and use independent judgment to resolve or escalate them.
• Experience or capability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Experience with picker/packer tasks and material preparation for production lines.

• Preferred experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with workplace organization practices and following structured training procedures.
• Comfort working in a role with a repetitive nature while maintaining accuracy and focus.
• Demonstrated propensity to speak up about safety or quality issues and contribute to problem-solving.
• Experience supporting production lines by getting materials and components prepped and staged.
• Ability to participate in continuous improvement efforts and team-based performance enhancements.

You join a team-focused environment that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement while offering opportunities to learn new processes, systems, and equipment. The role encourages cross-training and skill development, allowing you to grow and progress to higher skill levels over time. You work with supportive, cross-functional teams in a diverse setting where open communication, collaboration, and constructive conflict resolution are encouraged.

Your attention to detail, initiative, and willingness to speak up about issues are recognized as key contributions to the…