Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler

Location: Fairport NY 14450

Shift Timings: A Shift (6:00 AM 2:30 PM)

Note: ** DOD/ITAR Compliant Required - Candidates must be compliant with DOD requirements and be *US Citizens ONLY* based on project/location requirements. Interview Process: One Round - Panel Video Interview. Six month anticipated assignment. Possibility of extension based on demand.

Summary of Job:

The Material Handler / Expeditor plays a vital role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials throughout the manufacturing process. This position is responsible for staging moving counting and coordinating materials to support production schedules minimize shortages and maintain accurate inventory records. Acting as the key liaison between planning warehousing PSA (Production Supply Area) and the production floor this role is critical to achieving operational efficiency.

Must-have/Required skills:

• HS Diploma or GED with relevant experience - minimum required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a material handling inventory management or manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and escalate as needed.
• Effective prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate with teams.

Nice-to-have skills:

• An associate degree in a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience with ERP systems such as SAP or EWM is highly desirable.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Pull stage and deliver materials to production lines according to work orders and pick lists.
• Replenish Production Supply Areas (PSA) using FIFO principles and proper bin management.
• Return unused or excess materials to stock with appropriate documentation.
• Move Work-in-Progress (WIP) between operations adhering to routing instructions and priority schedules.
• Perform material transactions (issues returns and transfers) within SAP/S4/EWM.
• Support cycle counts and physical inventory efforts including PSA and WIP accuracy checks.
• Validate bin quantities identify discrepancies and escalate issues as necessary.
• Maintain accurate inventory records with proper tags labels and storage location updates.
• Monitor material shortages track critical parts and escalate risks for red/yellow materials.
• Collaborate with planners buyers supervisors and warehouse teams to address urgent material needs.
• Participate in Clear-to-Build (CTB) reviews to confirm material availability.
• Expedite internal WIP and supplier deliveries to ensure production schedule adherence.
• Investigate and resolve root causes of shortages including staging errors transaction discrepancies and PSA issues.
• Maintain visual controls for PSA bins kanban boards and ensure compliance with 5S standards.
• Provide support to production teams with material-related inquiries substitutions or alternate parts.
• Flag damaged expired or suspect materials and route them to MRB/Quality for review.
• Remove scrap material and segregate non-conforming items.
• Operate hoists carts pallet jacks and other lifting devices properly and safely.
• Ensure compliance with documentation standards and support audit requirements.

Working Conditions:

• Cleanroom environments prevalent.
• Personal protective equipment required including but not limited to safety shoes safety glasses and cleanroom garments where applicable (frock gloves facemask etc.).
• May operate manual pallet jacks as needed to move materials safely and efficiently.
• Ability to walk/stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs when needed.