Material Handler / Quality Control Associate

AEM•Hayward, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler & Quality Control Associate supports warehouse, production, inventory, and quality operations by accurately moving, storing, inspecting, and shipping materials and finished goods. The role helps maintain inventory accuracy, support production schedules, meet quality standards, and ensure customer orders are shipped accurately and on time. This is an on-site position performed at AEM’s offices in Hayward, California. The schedule is four 10-hour days, Monday through Thursday, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The position is part of the Teamsters Local 853 union and requires membership. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future. A background check and drug screening are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
Knowledge of shipping, receiving, inventory control, and quality inspection processes.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and inventory software.
Ability to interpret work instructions, specifications, and drawings.
Understanding of quality standards and inspection techniques.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future.
Must pass background and drug screening.
Membership in Teamsters Local 853 is required.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of warehouse, material handling, inventory control, manufacturing, or quality inspection experience.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials against purchase orders and packing slips.
Safely load, unload, move, and store materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
Stage materials and components for production schedules and work orders, and transport raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods throughout the facility.
Perform inventory transactions in the ERP/MRP system, conduct cycle counts, assist with annual physical inventory counts, investigate discrepancies, maintain accurate records and storage locations, and follow FIFO practices where applicable.
Supply production areas with materials, kit materials and prepare production orders, return unused materials with proper documentation, and assist with packaging, labeling, assembly, and other production support activities.
Monitor inventory levels, report material shortages, and collaborate with production personnel to maintain workflow and minimize downtime.
Prepare, package, and label customer shipments; create shipping labels, packing slips, and other shipping documentation.
Coordinate domestic and international shipments with freight carriers and parcel services, schedule pickups and deliveries, verify shipment accuracy, and maintain shipping records.
Load and unload delivery trucks and assist with freight claims, returns, and shipment tracking.
Inspect incoming materials, components, work in process, and finished goods for compliance with quality standards and specifications.
Perform visual and basic dimensional inspections using calipers, gauges, rulers, and micrometers; verify specifications, documentation, and material certifications.
Identify, document, and report non-conforming materials and products; segregate and properly handle rejected items.
Support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities and root cause investigations, maintain inspection and quality records, and ensure traceability requirements are met.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse and production areas; ensure materials are labeled, identified, and stored properly.
Support continuous improvement and warehouse organization initiatives, and cross-train or provide support across warehouse and production functions as needed.
Follow company safety policies and OSHA regulations, wear required PPE, operate material handling equipment safely, report unsafe conditions and incidents, and participate in safety training and continuous improvement efforts.
Support compliance with company quality systems and operational procedures.