Material Handler II

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring a Material Handler II in Gloucester, MA. The position is physically demanding and involves handling, auditing and moving materials and parts, sometimes in a cleanroom environment. Employees may also be assigned to a spares environment with a stronger focus on inventory management.

Key responsibilities

• Locate, audit and transfer kits or materials as required, and perform satellite receiving functions.
• Pick up or drop off materials at vendor sites using a van or truck.
• Perform cycle counts to verify and maintain inventory, identify and process nonconforming material, and prevent excess or exceptional stock under management's direction.
• Replenish empty line-side bins in a manufacturing setting and receive parts while updating inventory records, possibly in Oracle or other inventory systems.
• Verify vendor deliveries, monitor and update shortage reports and work orders, and purge excess and obsolete stock, reworking, transferring or scrapping items as needed.
• Operate powered industrial vehicles such as pallet jacks and forklifts, and drive a van or truck or operate an overhead crane if required, following all safety standards.
• Regulate and prepare material for delivery to the cleanroom, and train other Material Coordinators as required.
• In a spares environment, perform transactions in SAP.

Required profile

• Physically able to stand for long periods, walk, work in tight spaces, lift, climb stairs and ladders, and use hand and power tools.
• Able to work in noisy environments and in a cleanroom, where PPE such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons and face shields may be required.
• No supervisory responsibilities; understands how the duties fit into the team.

Required skills

• Day-to-day activity skills and problem solving within the own work area.
• Ability to follow documented business processes and communicate effectively.

What we offer

• Pay of $18.00 - $24.80.
• A comprehensive benefits package, with possible eligibility for a bonus and a stock award program.