Associate Materials Handler

Mercury Systems•Upper Saddle River, NJ

About The Position

Mercury Systems is seeking an Associate Materials Handler to support its business by managing inbound receipts, stockroom activities such as kitting and receiving, and outbound shipping, including packaging and handling. The role is a key touchpoint in the flow of materials, from inbound receipt through customer delivery, and requires someone adaptable and responsible who can work in a fast-paced environment. The position supports inventory accuracy, shipping and receiving operations, stockroom organization, and material preparation for production or assembly teams. It also requires safe handling, storage, and transport of materials and adherence to workplace safety protocols. The position requires the employee to have or be able to obtain a U.S. government security clearance; clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Typically, 0–1 year of relevant work experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
Ability to have or obtain a U.S. government security clearance; security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.
Ability to lift or move objects weighing up to 40 lbs.
Ability to perform frequent physical activity, including prolonged standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, and gripping or pinching.
Ability to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.

Nice To Haves

0–1 year of experience as a stockroom employee or in a similar materials handling role.
Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.

Responsibilities

Perform accurate and timely inventory cycle counts.
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies with the inventory control team.
Maintain detailed records of inventory adjustments and support periodic audits.
Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing lists.
Prepare and package outgoing shipments in compliance with company standards and shipping regulations.
Update inventory systems for incoming and outgoing materials and help organize stockroom locations.
Assemble and prepare material kits for production or assembly teams based on work orders and production schedules.
Safely handle, store, and transport materials to designated areas while following workplace safety protocols.
Ensure materials are properly labeled, organized, and tracked to support efficient workflow and minimize production delays.