Material Handler I

Description:

SHIFT HOURS: 1st shift (6:00 am - 2:30 pm)

LOCATION: GCD1 Warehouse - 10210 Genetic Center Drive

Role Environment & Scope

Warehouse material handler role supporting manufacturing operations

Medical device manufacturing environment with FDA-regulated SOPs and periodic audits

Focus on inbound receiving, inventory management, and material delivery to production

Limited to no outbound shipping responsibilities

Materials handled are temperature sensitive

Facility operates multiple temperature zones including refrigerated, frozen, and deep-freeze areas

Shift & Schedule

Standard shift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Some limited flexibility for special circumstances, not guaranteed

Overtime: As-needed basis

Weekend work:

Voluntary only

As-needed basis, not mandatory

Required Capabilities (Must Screen For)

Ability and willingness to work in a regulated medical device manufacturing environment

Comfort working across multiple temperature-controlled settings

Willingness to train on and operate multiple types of powered industrial equipment

No fear of heights:

Some PIT equipment requires harnessing and elevation to high racking

Ability to follow SOPs precisely and work under audit conditions

Basic computer literacy for daily operations (ERP interaction, scanning, communication tools)

Preferred / Pluses (Explicitly NOT deal breakers)

Prior experience handling temperature-sensitive materials

Experience in refrigerated, frozen, or deep-freeze warehouse environments

Prior use of Oracle ERP system

Experience operating multiple PIT types (stand-up forklifts, riders, pickers, swing reach, etc.)

Experience in manufacturing-support warehouses (medical device, diagnostics preferred)

Experience working in multi-shift facilities

Familiarity with mobile scanning devices

Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Teams

PPE / Dress Code (Interview-critical)

PPE is mandatory but fully provided on site

Composite or steel toe shoes required

Vouchers provided

Additional PPE provided as needed:

Gloves, sleeves, eyewear for dry ice and cold handling

Resume Screening Signals

Positive Signals

Manufacturing warehouse experience (especially medical device or diagnostics)

Exposure to temperature-controlled material handling

PIT operation experience (any type)

Inventory management and inbound receiving experience

ERP usage listed (Oracle preferred but not required)

Evidence of SOP-driven or regulated environments

Stable work history with reasonable explanations for short-term roles

Red Flags

Multiple short job tenures over a short time span without explanation

Experience limited to industrial or non-relevant environments (e.g., pipe fitting, CNC machining) without transferable warehouse skills

No indication of comfort with structured, regulated environments

Signs of discomfort with physical or equipment-intensive work

Experience Level Guidance

No minimum years of experience required

Green candidates considered if they demonstrate:

Strong interpersonal skills

Coachability

Professional demeanor

Direct medical device or diagnostics industry experience is a strong advantage but not mandatory

INTERVIEW PROCESS: We will want to do a 30 min interview at location.

IS THERE A LIKELIHOOD OF AN EXTENSION PAST THE INITIAL DURATION: Yes, it depends on employee retention of our non-temp employees / client employees. We only have the ability to convert if a non-temp employee vacates the position. If the temp employee is doing well past the initial duration, then we would like to extend them.

IS THERE A POSSIBILITY THE WORKER COULD BE TRANSITIONED TO AN FULL TIME EMPLOYEE: Yes, similar answer in the above response.

IS OVERTIME COMMON? Yes, currently we offer up to 1hr of Overtime per day for all employees. That may change in the future.

IS THE USE OF PIT EQUIPMENT REQUIRED (forklifts or pallet jacks)? It is not required to get hired, but new employees will go through our client PIT training regardless of skill level and be expected to use the equipment.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Pull, stage, verify, and compare outgoing inventory against system-generated pick lists, customer sales orders, and purchase orders; perform all related computer transactions, including product returns.

Pre-stage and accurately transfer raw materials, WIP, and other production materials into, within, and out of storage areas to support production and internal customers.

Perform daily cycle counts, reconcile inventory discrepancies, and maintain accurate quality and inventory records.

Receive all incoming materials and packages (including FedEx and UPS) in a timely and accurate manner and deliver them throughout the facility as required.

Collaborate and communicate professionally with Planning, Production, Shipping, Receiving, Quality, and other departments to support smooth business operations.

Lifting/moving and carrying products weighing up to 40 pounds.

Operate warehouse equipment safely and effectively, including manual and motorized pallet jacks, forklifts, and electric carts.

Maintain clean, organized, and safe storage and work areas in compliance with all safety guidelines and PPE requirements.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Intake Notes

Schedule & Logistics

• : $$$$/hr
• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM (10% shift differential)
• Overtime available based on business need.
• Weekend work voluntary and as needed.
• Location: San Diego, CA.

Required Skills

• MS Office proficiency.
• Detail-oriented.
• Trainable/coachable.
• Comfortable in regulated manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Willingness to learn PIT equipment.

Preferred Skills

• PIT experience.
• Medical device warehouse experience.
• ERP data entry experience.
• Inventory/receiving background.
• Oracle ERP exposure preferred.

Interview Process

• Teams screening.
• Onsite interview/facility walk-through.

Candidate Reminders

• Closed-toe shoes required for onsite interview.
• Open-toe shoes will not be permitted in facility.
• Confirm candidate attendance 15 minutes prior to interview.
• Review and explain any employment gaps or short tenures before submission.

Candidate Profile

Target:

• Warehouse/material handling experience.
• Inventory management and receiving experience.
• Manufacturing environment exposure.
• Stable work history.
• Experience working within SOP-driven environments.

Avoid:

• Multiple unexplained short-term positions.
• Significant unexplained employment gaps.
• Candidates lacking transferable warehouse experience.

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