Senior Material Handler

Cynet Systems•San Diego, CA

About The Position

The Senior Material Handler performs physical and administrative tasks related to shipping, receiving, order fulfillment, storing, and distributing materials, parts, supplies, and equipment. The role includes unpacking and checking received goods against purchase orders or invoices, maintaining records, and rejecting unsatisfactory items. It also involves lifting heavy items, potentially operating a forklift, preparing shipment records, and preparing goods for final shipment. The handler examines, stocks, and distributes inventory and materials to manufacturing lines and may prepare kitting packages for assembly production. This position works in a shipping and receiving environment and follows detailed procedures to pack systems, accessories, parts, and components. Attention to appearance and quality is important. Hand tools may be used to install shipping locks or remove components before packing. The work is physical and inventory-focused, with regular use of ERP, email, and project management systems. The candidate must purchase and wear daily safety shoes with composite or steel toes as required PPE.

Requirements

At least 4 years of relevant experience in warehouse, shipping, or receiving roles, including packaging sensitive equipment to prevent transportation damage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Strong interpersonal communication skills, both in person and through email or Microsoft Teams.
Ability to track high volumes of paperwork and inventory effectively.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated reliability and accountability.
Detail-oriented, with willingness to ask questions to complete tasks accurately.
Ability to perform efficiently and accurately under stressful situations.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to purchase and wear daily safety shoes with composite or steel toes.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

Pack and unpack systems, accessories, parts, and components.
Handle delicate and sensitive parts and materials carefully.
Follow detailed packaging procedures for routine equipment combinations and use judgment when safely packaging less common combinations.
Maintain records of material movement and track paperwork and inventory.
Coordinate outbound material flow with members of different teams.
Perform inventory cycle counts, particularly for packing materials used in primary duties.
Submit timely replenishment requests for packing materials.
Assist in preparing kits for internal or external assembly operations as needed.
Unpack and check received goods against purchase orders or invoices, maintain records, and reject unsatisfactory items.
Prepare and maintain records of merchandise shipped, post weights and shipping charges, and prepare goods for final shipment.
Examine, stock, and distribute materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines.
Perform additional related activities as assigned.