Lead Material Handler
About The Position
Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world’s leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care. The Lead Material Handler oversees daily material handling activities and provides on-floor coordination for the team. This role ensures safe, accurate, and timely movement of materials, supports task prioritization and training, and helps maintain inventory accuracy and standard work. While not a people manager, the role is key to driving efficient and consistent material flow.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 6+ years related experience in a warehouse environment
- Proven experience in material handling and inventory control
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Proficiency in using material handling equipment – i.e. various kinds of forklifts
- Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in material handling
- Knowledge of computer skills required to send and receive emails, use ADP/HRMS, and other systems to communicate with supervisors or any others within Stratasys
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Additional education or certification in logistics or material management
- Forklift certified preferred
Responsibilities
- Move materials from receiving or inspection areas to bulk storage, forward pick, or production line locations
- Replenish line-side and pick locations based on production demand and system signals
- Execute accurate ERP/WMS transactions for material moves, replenishments, and adjustments
- Identify material shortages, discrepancies, or damaged inventory and escalate appropriately
- Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory activities, including research and reconciliation
- Coordinate daily work assignments and priorities for material handlers in alignment with production and shipping needs
- Serve as a primary point of contact for production, warehouse, and planning teams during assigned shifts
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, company vehicles, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently
- Control and maintain accurate material storage locations, labeling, and inter-building material transfers
- Maintain organized, clean, and clearly labeled work areas in accordance with 5S standards
- Lead by example in following all safety policies, procedures, and required training
- Reinforce adherence to standard operating procedures, safety rules, and quality expectations
- Support onboarding and training of team members on standard work, safety, and system transactions
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement related to material flow, layout, inventory accuracy, and labor efficiency
- Participate in root-cause analysis and corrective actions for inventory discrepancies or operational issues while modeling Stratasys behaviors
Benefits
- In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Mental Health Resources etc.), recognition programs, employee stock purchase plan, and 401(k) with company match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
