Material Handler Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, production control, logistics, planning, or expediting roles (aerospace manufacturing preferred).
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with complex production schedules.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and production tracking tools.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows, inventory processes, and supply chain coordination.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and respond quickly to changing production needs.
• Ability to accurately analyze and evaluate part requirements, inventory, and reorder points based on production demand and consumption
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other production reporting tools.
• This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person’s status under the ITAR and the EAR.

Nice To Haves

• aerospace manufacturing preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain the schedule of Manufacturing Orders in daily/weekly packages, based on Master Production Schedule (MPS) by work center capacity. Align & collaborate with department management on production schedule to meet schedule requirements. Coordinate with inventory on delivery of kits and material.
• Ability to review and implement planning solutions in departments based on needs (i.e. kanbans, scheduling tools, storage report, etc.)
• Track and monitor work-in-progress (WIP) across multiple production areas to ensure jobs are progressing according to schedule.
• Identify production bottlenecks, shortages, quality holds, and other constraints that may delay manufacturing timelines.
• Actively remove roadblocks by coordinating with departments such as Quality Assurance, Engineering, Planning, Inventory, and Production to resolve issues quickly.
• Expedite parts, materials, and assemblies through manufacturing processes to meet critical deadlines.
• Prioritize components needed to complete kits for Final Assembly and ensure timely delivery of required materials.
• Coordinate with QA teams to accelerate inspections and approvals when needed.
• Work with Engineering to resolve technical issues, discrepancies, or documentation concerns impacting production flow.
• Monitor batching processes and identify inefficiencies; recommend adjustments to batch sizes to improve workflow and reduce delays.
• Communicate daily production priorities and status updates to supervisors, planners, and leadership teams.
• Maintain accurate records of shortages, delays, and production constraints.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on improving throughput, reducing lead times, and increasing manufacturing efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards, safety requirements, and company procedures.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer