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Keep Production Moving as a Material Handler

Location: Maple Grove, MN | Schedule: 2:30 pm - 11pm | Payrate $22.00/hour

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with an industry leader in manufacturing and electromechanical design support to hire a detail-driven Material Handler . If you thrive in a fast-paced production environment and understand that inventory accuracy fuels operational success, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact.

The Role & Your Impact

As a Material Handler, you are the critical link between the stockroom and the manufacturing floor. Your accuracy, urgency, and organization ensure that production teams receive the right materials at the right time—without disruption.

Reporting to the Logistics Supervisor, you will manage inventory transactions, support manufacturing schedules, and help maintain compliance with industry certifications including ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9100, Nadcap accreditation, and NASA standards.

Your work directly supports quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

What You’ll Do

Inventory Control & Stockroom Operations

• Control physical and electronic inventory transactions within the stockroom.

• Electronically receive and physically stock incoming materials, including purchased components and production subassemblies.

• Ensure part count accuracy at all times.

• Perform regular cycle counts and assist with annual physical inventory.

• Maintain accurate stockroom inventory records and transactional history.

Production Support

• Create work order kits by pulling designated components in correct quantities to support the weekly production schedule.

• Issue materials to manufacturing areas quickly and accurately.

• Perform scrap transactions and reissue replacement components as needed.

• Complete accurate production reporting on all work orders.

• Service manufacturing teams to meet operational demands.

Systems & Documentation

• Input all material movement transactions using the appropriate ERP software module.

• Notify Planner, Supervisor, or Buyer immediately of discrepancies, shortages, or material concerns.

• Follow all work instructions and documented processes to ensure compliance.

• Support analytical reviews to determine root causes and corrective actions for inventory errors.

Cross-Functional Support

• Cross-train and assist in shipping and receiving functions as workload demands.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Follow all safety practices and promptly address potential hazards.

• Assist in training and onboarding new employees as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience in inventory control and stockroom procedures

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and perform physical tasks including standing, reaching, and climbing ladders

• Ability to work with export-controlled materials in compliance with regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems and electronic inventory transactions

• Working knowledge of electronic scales

• Familiarity with ISO or regulated manufacturing environments

• Strong analytical skills to help identify and correct inventory discrepancies

• Continuous improvement mindset

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are organized, dependable, and ready to play a key role in a high-performance manufacturing operation, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help keep manufacturing moving forward.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details: $22.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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