Stockroom/Inventory Control Associate

The L.S. Starrett Company

Athol, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$20–$25 Per Hour
SKILLS
Detail Oriented, Forklift, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Machining, Machining Operations, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Materials Tracking, Mathematics, Milling Machine, Organizational Skills, Pallet Jack, Physical Demands, Production Machining, Production Schedule, Production Support, Quality Metrics, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Screw Machining, Shipping/Receiving, Warehousing
LOCATION
Athol, MA
POSTED
2 days ago

Job Summary:

Primary responsibilities include receiving raw material into inventory, preparing material for scheduled jobs, managing chip removal, performing cycle counts, and maintaining an organized work environment. When support duties are completed, the associate may also assist with operating production equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Receive and organize incoming wire and raw material inventory
  • Pull and prepare wire/material for scheduled production jobs
  • Accurately label, stage, and track materials
  • Perform inventory cycle counts and maintain inventory accuracy
  • Empty and manage chip carts throughout the facility
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of stockroom and machine shop areas
  • Support general shop housekeeping and safety initiatives
  • Assist machine operators and production personnel as needed
  • Operate screw machines or milling machines when production support duties are complete and training permits
  • Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Entry-level manufacturing or warehouse experience is a plus
  • Basic math skills required
  • Strong attention to detail and consistency in daily tasks
  • Ability to follow instructions and work independently
  • Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
  • Willingness to learn machine operation and manufacturing processes
  • Preferred Skills
  • Forklift or pallet jack experience preferred but not required
  • Familiarity with manufacturing environments is a plus
  • Mechanical aptitude and interest in machining or production work beneficial

Education Requirements:

  • Minimum High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • Basic math skills required

Years of Experience:

  • 1 year Entry-level manufacturing or warehouse experience a plus
  • 1 year forklift or pallet jack experience preferred but not required

Physical Demands:DemandFrequencyWeight limit: Must regularly lift and move up to 40 pounds unassisted.FrequentAbility to push, pull, and steer heavily loaded skids, pallets, and material carts throughout the stockroom.FrequentCapability to safely operate material handling equipment, including sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks following safety protocols.FrequentFrequent bending, twisting, crouching, squatting, and reaching to access stock located in low storage bins or high shelving racks.FrequentAbility to work in a fast-paced industrial setting that may feature varying temperatures, dust, industrial noise, and proximity to moving machineryFrequent

Pay Range:

$20 - $25/hour based on experience

About the Company

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The L.S. Starrett Company