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Material Associates: Plant - 1st Shift

Seneca, SC · On-site

$11.75 - $13.50/hr

The Materials Associate requires the ability to safely move materials to and from material storage, shipping, receiving, and production areas with accurate and timely reporting of all material ...

Manages logistics associates to perform the following functions: o Receive shipments from suppliers, customers and field service offices. o Compare receipts against purchase orders and move material ...

Manages logistics associates to perform the following functions: o Receive shipments from suppliers, customers and field service offices. o Compare receipts against purchase orders and move material ...

Material Handler

Frederick, MD · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Associates must efficiently and accurately load orders according to the appropriate doors and ... materials. * Associates must efficiently and accurately locate and place products in the ...

Associates must efficiently and accurately load orders according to the appropriate doors and ... materials. * Associates must efficiently and accurately locate and place products in the ...

Material Handler

Frederick, MD · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

These Associates are accountable for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and will be ... materials. * Associates must efficiently and accurately locate and place products in the ...

These Associates are accountable for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and will be ... materials. * Associates must efficiently and accurately locate and place products in the ...

Materials Associate

Seneca, SC · On-site

$17.50 - $24.25/hr

The Materials Associate is directly responsible for performing receiving, shipping, and storage ... Use material moving equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, order-pickers, and dollies to bring ...

Materials Associate

Seneca, SC · On-site

$17.50 - $24.25/hr

The Materials Associate is directly responsible for performing receiving, shipping, and storage ... Use material moving equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, order-pickers, and dollies to bring ...

Material Handler

Frederick, MD · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

These Associates are accountable for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and will be ... materials. Associates must efficiently and accurately load orders according to the appropriate ...

1st Shift Materials Associate

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$19.25 - $26.50/hr

1st and 2nd Shift Materials Associate / Logistics Clerks - Aerospace and Defense The 1st Shift ... Serve as a key point of contact to ensure material movement across sites is accurately transacted ...

Materials Associate I

New York, NY · On-site

$17 - $19.50/hr

Description The primary role of a Materials Associate will be working in Oracle to receive finished good from production into inventory and reserve them to open sales orders. Key Responsibilities The ...

$18/hr

Saint Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Materials Associate to join our team. In this position you will be responsible for: receiving product, delivering departmental supplies, stocking ...

$18/hr

Saint Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Materials Associate to join our team. In this position you will be responsible for: receiving product, delivering departmental supplies, stocking ...

Procedural Materials Associate

Louisville, KY · On-site

$17.75 - $24.50/hr

Summary Baptist Health is looking for a Procedural Materials Associate to join our team in Louisville, KY! This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency of ...

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How much do material associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for material associate in the United States is $21.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Material Associate vs Warehouse Worker?

AspectMaterial AssociateWarehouse Worker
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, basic forklift or material handling certificationsHigh school diploma, forklift certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentIndoor manufacturing or distribution centers, focusing on inventory managementIndoor and outdoor warehouse settings, handling goods and shipping
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, logistics, distribution centersWarehousing, logistics, retail distribution
Common Search & ComparisonMaterial Associate vs Warehouse Worker

The main difference between a Material Associate and a Warehouse Worker lies in their specific roles. Material Associates primarily focus on inventory management, handling materials, and ensuring proper storage within manufacturing or distribution environments. Warehouse Workers have a broader scope, including moving, loading, and unloading goods, often in more physically demanding settings. Both roles require similar certifications and are essential in logistics and supply chain operations, but Material Associates tend to specialize in inventory control and material handling processes.

What is a material associate?

A material associate is a worker responsible for handling, organizing, and maintaining inventory of materials in a warehouse or manufacturing environment. They often use tools like forklifts and inventory management systems and may need to follow safety protocols and quality standards. The role typically requires physical stamina and attention to detail.

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Infographic showing various Material Associate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,690 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Material Associates: Plant - 1st Shift

Seneca, SC • On-site

BorgWarner
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

$11.75 - $13.50/hr

Other

Posted 27 days ago


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8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 163 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

Seneca - South Carolina - USA

Full time

R2026-2778

Position Summary

The Materials Associate is directly responsible for performing receiving, shipping, and storage functions in support of production operations according to established procedures. The Materials Associate requires the ability to safely move materials to and from material storage, shipping, receiving, and production areas with accurate and timely reporting of all material relocations.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the ability to be able to perform each essential job 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.

Standard Duties:

  • Load and unload materials in; receive materials into the Company system and verify materials against Pack Lists to ensure the accuracy of the delivery; count and weigh parts to check quantity accuracy and contact the buying team when shipment is inaccurate to rectify the discrepancy.

  • Pick parts for shipment and packaging according to shipping procedures.

  • Use material moving equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, order-pickers, and dollies to bring products and materials to an appropriate location.

  • Issue materials to departments in the organization upon request; Involving but not limited to, transacting inventory quantities to the department, and delivering the parts to the work area.

  • Monitor the inventory and reports discrepancies in quantities to team leader.

  • Stock replenishment, rotation, and combining where needed; assist with Cycle Counting.

  • Transfer parts between bin locations with the Company Operation System and prepare and package parts to be shipped.

  • Understands and adheres to current health, safety, and environmental policies.

  • Safely operates all equipment to which the individual is certified.

  • Reads and understands work instructions and/or follows oral instructions to execute the material flow requirements.

  • Manually loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, baskets, and shelves on foot and by hand as required.

  • Accurately and timely enter materials transactional information into SAP and other systems as required.

  • Perform transactions in the inventory system to enter new quantities and during shipping transactions to remove inventory from stock.

  • Reads electronic and manual bill of materials, pull sheets, pick sheets to retrieve and deliver necessary materials for operations.

  • Support 5S / Housekeeping activities as required.

  • Use appropriate deviation areas, hold tags, to process defective parts through nonconforming material procedure.

  • Loads/Unloads materials into trailers adhering to Dock Safety Protocol.

  • Meet physical logistics KPI’s, Associate Engagement and Teamwork

  • Adherence to FIFO standards throughout all storage areas and material flow points.

  • Wear all required PPE and follow box cutting safety protocols.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety, Health and Physical Requirements:

  • Stand for extended periods of time including during operation of stand up lifts.

  • Lifting shoulder high up to 35lbs repetitively.

  • Stepping up and down off lift; walking long distances over extended periods.

  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

  • Working in a non-climate controlled environment.

  • This position requires a moderate to high degree of standing, walking, stooping, or kneeling, close eye work, reaching, pulling, or pushing.

  • Requires wearing personal protective equipment.

  • May require occasional work from heights. Operating, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, and industrial trucks.

  • Good hand dexterity, hearing, and vision are considered essential. Ability to distinguish color required.

  • All employees are responsible for knowing, understanding, and complying with the safety policies and procedures.

  • Punctual attendance to work is required.

  • Flexibility to work overtime and holidays as needed.

Key Competencies

  • Safety

  • Initiative and high sense of urgency

  • Judgement/Decision Making

  • Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills

  • Attendance

  • Internal/external Customer Service Orientation

  • Attention to detail and accuracy of work

Education & Experience

Education:

High School diploma/GED, or basic skills assessment required.

Experience:

• 6 months experience in fast paced industrial lean environment

• Strong mechanical aptitude preferred

• 1 year material handling experience in a distribution environment preferred.

• Prior experience with RF scanning.

• 1 year experience as certified equipment/forklift operator in a distribution environment /active license preferred .

• Ability to read, write and differentiate numbers.

Computer Skills:

  • SAP or related warehouse management system experience preferred.

  • Entry level MS Word and Excel.

EEO Statement

“BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.”

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BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Our Culture

BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority.

Career Opportunities

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and vision for the future. We offer positions locally and globally with over 90 locations in 19 countries.

If this position energizes you and you feel you can help us achieve our mission and vision, you are invited to submit an application for consideration.

You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them. However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently. If your qualifications align with the majority of those outlined in this job description, we encourage you to apply and share your experience and skills with us.


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BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Industry

Transportation equipment manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Auburn Hills, MI, US

Year founded

1880