Job Details

• Openings: 5
• Pay Rate: $18.00 to $21.00 per hour
• Possible Rotating Shift
• Candidates will have to do a PI test (behavioral and cognitive) which is 5-10 minutes and a 12 minute timed
• Need Up to Date Resume
• All candidates will be interviewed
• Job Start Date: 06/01/2026

Job Summary:

The Material Handler is responsible for ensuring the accurate, timely movement, staging, and availability of materials required to support shelter assembly, cable assembly, and test operations. This role plays a critical part in maintaining production flow by ensuring workstations are properly supplied, materials are handled correctly, and inventory transactions are accurate.
The Material Handler supports a fast-paced, hourly-driven manufacturing environment and works closely with Operations, Quality, and Engineering teams to prevent material shortages, reduce disruption, and maintain an organized, safe production floor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive, move, stage, and issue materials to support assembly and test operations.
• Ensure materials, kits, and components are delivered to workstations according to production schedules.
• Perform material replenishment to maintain continuous workflow and prevent line stoppages.
• Accurately transact inventory movements using designated systems or tools.
• Stage work-in-process (WIP) and finished goods in designated locations.
• Support kitting and pre-staging of materials for shelter /cabinet builds and test activities.
• Identify and escalate material shortages, discrepancies, or quality concerns.
• Maintain organization, labeling, and cleanliness of material storage and staging areas.
• Follow handling requirements for sensitive components, including cables, fiber, and electronic parts.
• Support cycle counts, inventory audits, and discrepancy resolution as required.
• Adhere to safety, quality, and standard work requirements at all times.
• Collaborate with supervisors and operators to support changing production priorities.
• Ability to perform basic component testing where required.

Managerial Responsibility

• This role has no direct reports.

Travel/Shift Requirements

• Primary schedule is first shift OR primary schedule is 2nd shift.
• Less than 10% travel required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the production floor for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move materials up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to push or pull carts or material handling equipment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours or shifts based on production needs.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in response to production needs.
• Clear communication with operators, supervisors, and support teams.
• Ability to work independently while remaining aligned to production priorities.
• Strong organizational and housekeeping skills.
• Comfort working in active production environments.
• Ability to identify issues and escalate proactively.
• Team-oriented mindset with a focus on supporting production success.
• Ability to follow safety and quality standards consistently.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing workflows and priorities.

Education and Experience Required

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of experience in a material handling, warehouse, or manufacturing support role.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow standard work instructions and safety procedures.
• Basic computer or inventory system experience.

Education and Experience Preferred

• Experience supporting assembly, manufacturing, or test operations.
• Familiarity with kitting, WIP management, and line-side material delivery.
• Experience handling electronic components, cables, or fiber materials.
• Forklift or powered industrial truck certification (or ability to obtain).
• Experience working in Lean or continuous improvement environments.