Precision Material Handling Ltd Jobs in Usa

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Position Summary

The Materials Manager is responsible for planning, purchasing, inventory control, and material flow to support production in a heavy metal fabrication, generator enclosures and related components space. This role ensures the timely availability of raw materials, fabricated components and purchased parts while maintaining optimal inventory levels, controlling costs, formulating production schedules and supporting on-time delivery to customers.

The Materials Manager works closely with production, engineering, quality and suppliers to ensure materials meet specifications and are available to support fabrication, welding, machining, finishing and assembly operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Material Planning & Production Support

• Develop and manage material requirements to support production schedules for generator enclosures and heavy fabricated assemblies.
• Coordinate with production planning and scheduling to ensure material availability aligns with manufacturing demand.
• Monitor material shortages and implement corrective actions to prevent production delays.
• Manage systems to maintain accurate demand forecasts and inventory levels.

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Oversee purchasing of raw materials including steel sheet, plate, structural components, hardware, electrical components and outsourced fabrication services.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, reliable delivery and consistent quality.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery schedules with key suppliers.

Scheduling & Material Flow

• Oversee warehouse operations including receiving, material handling, storage and internal distribution to production.
• Ensure efficient movement of materials through fabrication, welding, finishing and assembly processes.
• Implement best practices for material staging and kitting to support manufacturing efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and material handling standards.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on material specifications and supplier qualification.
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes affecting material requirements.
• Work with finance to manage inventory valuation and cost control initiatives.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements in material flow, supplier performance, and inventory management.
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives and waste reduction efforts.
• Track and report key performance metrics such as inventory turns, supplier on-time delivery, and material availability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business or related experience.
• 5+ years of experience in materials management, purchasing, or supply chain leadership in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in metal fabrication, heavy manufacturing, or industrial equipment manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, inventory control, and production planning.
• Experience sourcing raw metals, fabricated components, and industrial parts.
• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience supporting fabrication processes such as laser cutting, forming, welding, machining, paint and assembly.

Facilities and Business Operations:

The Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.

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The Opportunity:

Facilities and Business Operations is seeking to hire a Materials Handler II at the UCF Downtown campus. The Materials Handler II is responsible for supporting daily operations by receiving, processing, and delivering materials, supplies, and packages to university departments. This role also maintains the Receiving Bay and assists other Receiving, Stores, and Surplus staff as needed.

Responsibilities:

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• Receive and unload incoming shipments.

  
  

• Verify accuracy of deliveries by comparing packing slips with purchase orders.

  
  

• Sort, count, package, label, insure, unpack, and/or log inventory for processing.

  
  

• Inspect incoming materials for damage or defects and record discrepancies.

  
  

• Notify supervisor and/or recipient of any issues with shipments.

  
  

• Deliver materials and packages to requesting university departments.

  
  

• Obtain authorized signatures for delivered items.

  
  

• Maintain department databases and prepare routine reports.

  
  

• File shipping and receiving records in an organized manner.

  
  

• Operate equipment such as dollies, pallet jacks, and forklifts as needed.

  
  

• Follow all departmental policies, procedures, and safety standards.

  
  

• Ensure proper care and use of tools, equipment, and supplies.

  
  

• Willingness or ability to obtain a forklift certification.

  
  

• Process or notify Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) regarding hazardous or universal waste shipments according to policy.

  
  

• Warehouse & Facility Maintenance.

  
  

• Organize and maintain the "Shop Stock" warehouse, including labeling items with part numbers and pricing when available.

  
  

• Keep the receiving area, warehouse, and service yard clean and orderly.

  
  

Additional Duties

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• Assist other Facilities Operations areas during staffing shortages or emergencies.

  
  

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2+ years of relevant experienceor an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, or materials handling in an institutional or industrial setting.

  
  

• Working knowledge of inventory control practices, including sorting, labeling, logging, and tracking materials.

  
  

• Familiarity with using warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, dollies, and forklifts (forklift certification preferred).

  
  

• Experience handling hazardous or universal waste or working within EH&S guidelines.

  
  

• Strong attention to detail when verifying packing slips, purchase orders, and shipment accuracy.

  
  

• Ability tomaintainorganized, clean, and efficient workspaces, including receiving bays and warehouse areas.

  
  

The most successful candidates maypossessthe following qualities:

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• Proficiency with basic computer applications and database systems used for inventory, order tracking, and recordkeeping.

  
  

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide courteous, professional service to campus departments.

  
  

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively in a fastpaced environment.

  
  

• Previousexperience in a facilities, operations, orlogisticsdepartment within a university or similar organization.

  
  

Health Assessment Required:

The UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $14 to $17. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

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• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

  
  

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

  
  

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Veteran's Preference:

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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Education: High School education or GED preferred.

Experience: OSHA Forklift and HAZMAT certification a plus

What you'll be doing:

Warehouse material handlers' essential duties are to perform various tasks in the warehouse such as but not limited to:

• Inbound: Unload trucks, trailers, containers of freight, counting products, compare to manifest to check all shipments for damage, infestation, or production code dates. Material handlers must report shortages, damages, and mis-shipments on appropriate forms. Also be able to sign for inbound shipments when necessary. All inbound shipments are moved safely to storage locations to be efficiently stacked as store merchandise.
• Order Picking: Ensure that the correct product number, quantity and type (lot, batch, serial number) of product are picked. Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment such as but not limited to fork trucks, cherry pickers, or pallet jacks. Materials handlers must be able to label, stencil, tag, mark orders, band, bundle, wrap, over-pack, and palletize as required.
• Outbound: Compare quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct. Assign signature for outbound as necessary. Efficiently move products, cartons and or pallets into trailers, rail cars or containers.
• Equipment: Maintain equipment in a neat, clean and orderly fashion. Operate equipment safely and efficiently. Comply with company standards and OSHA requirements.
• Inventory: Keep accurate records and reports. Assist in physical inventories and cycle counts. Ensure proper stock rotation. May key inventory adjustments in computer.
• Other Duties: Repack or re-box cases per customer instructions. Repair and consolidate damaged goods as required. Operate shrink-wrap machine. Charge forklift battery as needed; stack and or separate good from bad pallets when necessary; clean railcars, trailers, and truck docks, bays as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Must be comfortable working with animal carcasses or parts.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to use proper techniques to lift up to 75 pounds and be physically fit. The ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety is extremely important.
• Must be able to handle stress caused in meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements.
• Must be able to shift priorities easily.
• Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.
• Must have responsible work habits.
• Must be familiar with warehouse systems.
• Must be available to work any shift.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

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Responsibilities:

• May feed, remove, flex, jog, and stack printed sheets, folded signatures, labels or other in-process product to and from the equipment in the area assigned
• Load and unloads materials onto pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand
• May load materials into trucks and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit, using hand tools
• Conveys materials from storage or work sites to designated area, using hand truck, electric dolly, or other device
• Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled on daily production sheet
• Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers
• Stacks or assembles materials into bundles and bands bundles together, using banding machine and clincher May occasionally use automated equipment and/or operate industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products

• Basic knowledge of general warehouse layout, item identification codes, basic knowledge of warehouse procedures and familiarity with the storage areas in order to be able to place or pull paper stock, signatures and materials in accordance with standard procedures
• Able to stock, move, arrange, and rotate items in accordance with operating instructions or under guidance of a higher level employee
• Basic knowledge of shrink-wrap equipment
• Able to complete appropriate forms relating to stock description, quantity, unit of issue, and the labeling requirements for incoming and outgoing materials
• Basic skill in the use of shrink-wrap or strapping equipment, manual dollies, pallet jacks, carts or hand trucks and hand tools used in material handling tasks such as hammers, pliers, strapping and stretch wrapping tools and equipment, tape fasteners, metal band sheers and related equipment

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

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• Load, unload, and move materials within the facility using hand trucks, forklifts, or other equipment
  
• Deliver materials and components to assembly areas in a timely manner
  
• Ensure materials are transported and stored properly to prevent damage or loss
  
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies during material handling activities
  
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate material needs
  

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• High school diploma or equivalent experience
  
• Previous experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, assembly or logistics environment preferred
  
• Ability to operate forklifts or other material handling equipment
  
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy items (up to 50 pounds)
  

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• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

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• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
  
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.
  
• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.
  

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

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