Material Handling Specialist l
About The Position
The Material Handling Specialist oversees international and domestic shipping, receiving, and inventory control activities to ensure seamless material flow across VoltaGrid’s operations. This mid-level role maintains inventory integrity through cycle counting, reconciliation, and best practices in warehouse and logistics management. The specialist supports accurate, efficient, and compliant material management, using data-driven decisions to reduce waste, minimize risk, and enhance operational readiness. The role receives, inspects, and verifies materials; prepares orders for shipment or internal distribution; manages EMR requests; maintains inventory records in warehouse management systems; operates material-handling equipment; and coordinates with purchasing, logistics, and operations teams. It also supports WMS training, safety and quality compliance, physical inventories, and process improvements. The position is based in San Antonio, Texas, and is classified as non-exempt.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Five years of experience in warehouse or logistics operations preferred.
- Proficiency with warehouse management or ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical labor as required.
- Forklift certification required by VoltaGrid.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree preferred.
- Five years of experience in warehouse or logistics operations preferred.
Responsibilities
- Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials and shipments against purchase orders and packing lists.
- Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment or internal distribution.
- Manage EMR requests for operations and field requirements.
- Maintain inventory accuracy through labeling, cycle counts, and data entry into warehouse management systems (WMS).
- Assist with WMS training and SOP standards.
- Operate material-handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, safely and efficiently.
- Organize and maintain the warehouse layout to optimize space and accessibility.
- Coordinate with purchasing, logistics, and operations teams to support timely and accurate material flow.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational policies.
- Identify and report inventory discrepancies or damaged material.
- Assist with periodic physical inventories and process improvement initiatives.
- Perform duties outside typical responsibilities as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
