Material Handling Specialist

SRC•Syracuse, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SRCTec, LLC is seeking a Material Handling Specialist to safely load and unload materials, operate material-handling equipment, maintain inventory accuracy, and follow safety standards across multiple facilities. The role supports production and warehouse operations in a manufacturing environment through accurate material transactions, inventory management, and timely movement of materials between SRC facilities. The specialist uses equipment such as powered fork trucks, lift trucks, pallet jacks, balers, and shrink-wrap machines; follows established material-handling procedures, OSHA requirements, and company policies; and helps maintain clean work areas and common areas through participation in the 6S program. The position requires frequent lifting, moving, and walking with a minimum of 50 pounds, and overtime may be needed. The anticipated salary range for this position based in Syracuse, New York, is $19 to $27 per hour. Actual pay varies based on experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. The role is full-time and hourly, with 0% travel. Applicants must meet security-clearance eligibility requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of experience in inventory or production environments.
Valid, clean driver's license and at least one year of driving experience; no DWIs or suspensions.
Basic PC skills and the ability to read, write, and follow standard work instructions in English.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency.
Ability to frequently lift, move, and walk with a minimum of 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Complete Forklift Safety, ESD, and ISO awareness training upon hire.
Willingness to work overtime as needed.
Must meet security-clearance eligibility requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating material-handling equipment such as a fork truck, lift truck, pallet jack, or shrink-wrap machine.
Experience with hazardous material handling.
Experience in lean manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Safely load and unload materials from vehicles and transport them between SRC facilities in an organized and timely manner.
Verify material accuracy and promptly report equipment issues.
Safely and effectively operate material-handling equipment, including powered fork trucks, lift trucks, pallet jacks, balers, and shrink-wrap machines.
Follow health and safety regulations and established material-handling processes, including timekeeping, attendance, OSHA requirements, and use of handheld or scanning devices.
Follow company policies, dress codes, and codes of conduct.
Enter accurate and timely transactions in MRP software to support production and warehouse operations.
Maintain inventory accuracy, assist with cycle counting, and manage materials across multiple facilities.
Research and help resolve issues such as unit-of-measure discrepancies, transfer errors, and vendor pack-count discrepancies.
Perform cycle counts, safeguard assets, and keep work and common areas clean.
Maintain a professional, customer-focused approach with internal and external stakeholders.
Communicate effectively with team members and customers, working independently and collaboratively to meet targets and deadlines.
Identify opportunities to improve processes and assist with implementing improvement projects.
Participate in the 6S program and help maintain cleanliness in common areas.