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Material Handler I Shipping Associate


Job Location:

Syracuse, NY - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 18 - 18
Posted: 1 October 2026 (7 days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Material Handler I

Shift: M-F 1st Shift (7am - 3:30pm) 2nd Shift (3pm -11:30pm)

Pay: $18/hr with ($2 shift differential for second shift)

Position Summary

The Material Handler I is responsible for the safe and efficient handling movement storage shipping receiving and inventory of materials parts products and supplies. This role supports daily manufacturing and facility operations while maintaining a strong focus on safety quality accuracy and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

General Operations

  • Follow all health and safety procedures to protect yourself coworkers equipment and manufacturing systems.
  • Maintain a clean organized and safe work area including general housekeeping and waste removal.
  • Support safety quality and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes reduce waste and rework and eliminate unnecessary activities.
  • Work collaboratively with team members to meet department and facility goals.
  • Assist with projects special assignments and other operational tasks as needed.
  • Participate in team activities and contribute to effective decision-making.

Material Handling:

  • Load unload move and transport materials using hand trucks forklifts electric dollies elevators power equipment and other material-handling devices.
  • Safely stack organize and store materials parts products and supplies.
  • Assist machine operators with moving heavy materials using manual or powered equipment including hoists.
  • Transfer materials between departments and work areas as directed.
  • Pull materials and fill orders from designated storage locations and deliver them to the appropriate departments.
  • Inspect incoming materials and report shortages damage or discrepancies.
  • Open containers using appropriate hand tools and safely unpack materials.
  • Count weigh label and record materials accurately.
  • Follow established safety procedures and material-handling practices at all times.
  • Understand and follow applicable ISO 9000 procedures related to Material Handler responsibilities.

Shipping Receiving & Inventory:

  • Receive incoming materials and prepare products and materials for shipment.
  • Unpack unwrap inspect and organize finished products raw materials assemblies parts supplies equipment and other items.
  • Verify quantities weights identification and general condition of received or shipped materials.
  • Accurately enter receiving shipping and inventory information into computer systems.
  • Process freight bills packing slips bills of lading and other required shipping and receiving documentation.
  • Record shipping weights charges and other required information.
  • Route materials and merchandise to the appropriate destinations.
  • Maintain accurate inventory records and perform inventory counts as required.
  • Follow established shipping methods transportation requirements routing instructions and schedules.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 02 years of experience in material handling warehouse operations manufacturing shipping/receiving or a related field preferred.
  • Ability to safely lift move and handle materials as required by the position.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established safety procedures.
  • Basic computer skills and ability to accurately enter and retrieve information.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

Core Competencies:

  • Safety awareness
  • Attention to detail
  • Reliability and accountability
  • Teamwork and communication
  • Organization and time management
  • Quality focus
  • Continuous improvement mindset

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Required Experience:

IC