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Mary Cariola Center

TEACHER ASSISTANT

Rochester, NY · On-site

$19.94 - $24.44/hr

Ensure the maintenance and care of classroom, equipment and materials * Assist in the design and development of classroom projects and instructional materials and materials including daily ...

Comfort Windows

Service Coordinator

Rochester, NY · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Ordering, checking in, and tracking inventory of service parts and materials; * Assist in the scheduling and ordering of new products; * Organize and maintain inventory of service parts; * Have ...

LaBella Associates

Operations Assistant

Rochester, NY · On-site

$25.48 - $32.70/hr

Provide administrative support to divisional leadership, including scheduling meetings, coordinating calendars, making travel arrangements, and organizing meeting materials. * Assist with tracking ...

LaBella Associates

Operations Assistant

Rochester, NY

$25.48 - $32.70/hr

Provide administrative support to divisional leadership, including scheduling meetings, coordinating calendars, making travel arrangements, and organizing meeting materials. * Assist with tracking ...

LaBella Associates

Operations Assistant

Rochester, NY · On-site

$25.48 - $32.70/hr

Provide administrative support to divisional leadership, including scheduling meetings, coordinating calendars, making travel arrangements, and organizing meeting materials. * Assist with tracking ...

Tradesmen International

Equipment Operator

Ontario, NY

$25 - $30/hr

Lift and handle materials * Assist with tree removal * Support general landscaping operations as needed Requirements: * Must have prior experience Be Safe from fraud! Tradesmen International will ...

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How much do materials assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for materials assistant in Rochester, NY is $20.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.19 and $21.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Materials Assistant vs Warehouse Worker?

AspectMaterials AssistantWarehouse Worker
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, basic inventory knowledgeHigh school diploma, forklift certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice and warehouse settings, assisting with inventory managementPrimarily warehouse, handling physical goods and stock
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, construction, logistics companiesDistribution centers, retail, manufacturing facilities
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for inventory and supply chain rolesRelated but more physically demanding

The Materials Assistant typically focuses on inventory management, documentation, and supporting supply chain operations, often working in office-warehouse hybrid environments. Warehouse Workers handle physical tasks like stocking, moving goods, and operating equipment. While both roles are essential in logistics and manufacturing, the Materials Assistant emphasizes administrative support, whereas Warehouse Workers focus on physical handling of materials.

How does a Materials Assistant typically collaborate with other departments within a company?

Materials Assistants often work closely with procurement, production, and warehouse teams to ensure that materials are available when needed and inventory levels are maintained. They may coordinate with procurement to track orders and resolve discrepancies, communicate with production staff about material requirements or shortages, and assist warehouse personnel with inventory management. Effective communication and teamwork are essential for Materials Assistants to facilitate smooth operations and prevent delays in the supply chain.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Materials Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Materials Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent, with experience in inventory management being advantageous. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory tracking software, and barcode scanners is typically required. Effective communication, teamwork, and time management are vital soft skills for collaborating with various departments and ensuring timely material handling. These skills ensure efficient inventory control, minimize errors, and support smooth operations within supply chain and production environments.

What are Materials Assistants?

Materials Assistants are professionals who support the management and movement of materials within an organization, typically in manufacturing, warehousing, or supply chain environments. Their duties often include receiving, storing, and distributing materials, maintaining inventory records, and ensuring materials are available for production or shipment. They work closely with other team members to ensure efficient operations and may use inventory management software to track stock levels. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and physical stamina are important qualities for this role.
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Infographic showing various Materials Assistant job openings in Rochester, NY as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,996 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

QA Materials Specialist

CooperCompanies

West Henrietta, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 22 hours ago

Job description


At CooperVision, a division of CooperCompanies, we're driven by a unifying purpose to help people to experience life's beautiful moments. We are connected through our shared values - dedicated, innovative, friendly, partners, and do the right thing. As a leading global manufacturer of contact lenses, we are committed to helping improve the way people see each day. Through our diverse lens portfolio, we tackle the toughest vision challenges - including astigmatism, presbyopia, and childhood myopia. We offer the most complete collection of spherical, toric, and multifocal products available, enabling us to fit 99% of all contact wearers. Learn more at www.coopervision.com.
Job Summary:
To work as team lead for releasing labels, cartons & leaflets by performing appropriate inspection and testing to ensure defined specifications have been met and/or checking that appropriate testing has been performed. Collaborating closely with suppliers to manage non conformances and investigation corrective and preventative actions. To function as the Subject Matter Expert within the QA Materials Team, in relation to the suitability, correctness and release of Materials used in the packaging and labelling processes. To help in the training of other QA team members.
Responsibilities
  • Receipt of Materials and respective paperwork from Stores
  • Analysis of Certificates to determine which testing procedures are required.
  • Conduct material inspection in accordance with documented test / inspection procedures.
  • Enter details of all stock received into Excel, Blue Yonder, Baan systems (creating a traceable record for every item received).
  • Raise corrective actions for non-conforming materials.
  • QFB Investigations.
  • Raising deviations.
  • Review Color Standard & approval/rejection.
  • Archiving of documentation
  • Supplier Non-Conformances and advisories.
  • Problem solving
  • Vision Pack review of new/updated vendor proofs Vs CV artwork.
  • Approval of Supplier color standards
  • Monthly KPI data creation & analysis
  • Controlling shelf-life stock.
  • Work with the QA auditor team in providing continual cover for the release of product from the label and carton process.
  • Develop, implement, and improve incoming inspection process, including procurement, calibration, and maintenance of applicable tooling.

General
  • Maintaining GMP awareness within West Henrietta and ensuring compliance to documented procedures
  • Training others within the QA Team, to ensure its effective operation.
  • Taking the lead within the Materials Team in the absence of the Quality Assurance Engineer in all matters relating to Materials / Suppliers.
  • To act as the Subject Matter Expert within the QA Materials Team, in relation to the suitability, correctness and release of Materials used in the packaging and labelling processes within West Henrietta Packaging and Distribution, and any affected CooperVision Sites.
  • Promote an Audit ready mind-set within the Materials Team, ensuring compliance with all relevant CooperVision procedures and policies.
  • To perform trend analysis / monthly reporting as directed by QA management.
  • Perform investigations where there are concerns regarding product integrity.
  • Assist in New Product Introduction activities / trials for new Materials; Assist in any Supplier Meetings or Audits as required.
  • Any other duties as directed by QA management.

Travel Requirements:
  • There is potential to travel to suppliers for a press pass, experience in their process or to be part of the audit team.

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • An understanding of Quality Assurance and familiarity with ISO 13485 and / or ISO 9001
  • Ability to work individually or part of a team, being adaptable and an initiative-taker.
  • Knowledge of Agile, Baan, Vision Pack and Blue Yonder is advantageous.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook).
  • Motivated with good interpersonal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with all levels within the quality department as well as cross functionally within departments at CooperVision packaging and distribution sites.
  • Enquiring, methodical and organised.
  • Adaptable, conscientious initiative-taker.
  • Impartial and objective.
  • Attention to detail. • Capable of decision making.
  • Good eyesight and no colour-blindness

Work Environment:
  • To work in a warehouse/ production/office environment, time will be split between office and warehouse / factory.
  • Use of computer systems.
  • The job may require working around large pallets.

Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 3 years QA experience.
  • Experience in Quality systems such as, ISO13485, FDA, CFR 21, Part 820.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting base pay for this role is between $69,550.00 and $92,733.00 per year and may include cost of living adjustments. The actual base pay includes many factors and is subject to change and modification in the future. This position may also be eligible for other types of compensation and benefits.

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