Material Handler / Quality Control Associate

AEM-D•Hayward, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler & Quality Control Associate supports warehouse, production, inventory, shipping, receiving, and quality operations. The role ensures accurate movement, storage, inspection, and shipment of materials and finished goods; maintains inventory accuracy; supports production schedules; meets quality standards; and helps ensure customer orders are shipped accurately and on time. This is an on-site position performed at AEM’s offices in Hayward, California. 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, for employment-based work authorization. The position requires passing background and drug screening. Starting pay is $25.61; after a 90-day probationary period, pay increases to $26.36. The schedule is four 10-hour days, Monday through Thursday, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits are offered after three calendar months.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
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, for employment-based work authorization.
Must pass background and drug screening.
Membership in Teamsters Local 853 is required.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience in warehouse work, material handling, inventory control, manufacturing, or quality inspection.
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; 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, and maintain accurate inventory records and storage locations.
Follow FIFO inventory practices where applicable.
Supply production areas with needed materials, kit materials, prepare production orders, return unused materials to inventory with proper documentation, and assist with packaging, labeling, assembly, and other production support tasks.
Monitor inventory levels, notify supervisors of 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 shipping documentation; and verify shipment accuracy.
Coordinate domestic and international shipments with freight carriers and parcel services, schedule freight pickups and deliveries, and maintain shipping records.
Safely load and unload delivery trucks and assist with freight claims, returns, and shipment tracking.
Inspect incoming materials, components, and finished goods against company quality standards and specifications, including visual and basic dimensional inspections using measuring tools.
Verify product specifications, documentation, and material certifications; conduct in-process inspections and final inspections before shipment.
Identify, document, report, segregate, and properly handle non-conforming materials and products.
Support corrective and preventive action activities and root-cause investigations; maintain inspection records and quality documentation; 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 layout initiatives, and cross-train or provide support in multiple warehouse and production functions as needed.
Follow company safety policies and OSHA regulations, wear required PPE, operate material handling equipment safely, report unsafe conditions, accidents, and equipment concerns, and participate in safety training and continuous improvement efforts.
Support compliance with company quality systems and operational procedures.