Material Handler & Inventory Control

Careers Shurtape

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621 Route 1 South, North Brunswick, NJ, US Until 8/21/2026 First posted December 4, 2025 Last posted December 4, 2025
Job description

Overview

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Performs material handling, inventory control and other duties as they relate to the production process. 

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Move materials, supplies, and finished goods to designated places in the facility, using hand trucks, forklifts, etc.
  • Use of a handheld scanner to track and locate all materials.
  • Maintains thorough knowledge of assigned processes and equipment.
  • Reports any process and equipment problems to the attention of upper management and/or the Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Responsible for all processes, equipment, employees, safety, and housekeeping of the area and meeting production quality and quantity standards.
  • Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
  • Recognize non-confirming goods and to inform Quality Assurance Manager.
  • Effective utilization of required systems, including HQMS, Sage 500 ERP/DSCS, and handheld scanners.
  • Ensures established safety protocol is followed.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS 

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

 

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • The ability to maintain computerized inventory system promptly and accurately.
  • Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees and management.  Have a good command of the English language.
  • Experience operating powered industrial trucks, including forklifts, Order Pickers, Walkies, Trans-Stackers, and Clamp Trucks.  Certification is desirable.
  • Ability to read and interpret work orders for processing.
  • Ability to use simple math and basic hand help measuring tools.
  • Strong organizational and planning skills.
  • High school diploma or GED required. College a plus
  • Minimum 1 year factory related experience helpful
  • Must have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, light to moderate physical effort is required. Ability to lift up to 40+ pounds of weight.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Our manufacturing facilities are built with a strong commitment to safety, efficiency and a collaborative work environment. We operate with a focus on being “Safe to the Core,” aligning to the highest safety standards for all employees to ensure they can perform hands-on tasks with confidence, especially when handling materials and operating machinery and equipment. Working in organized shifts, our manufacturing employees are critical to our growth and success, which is why we prioritize and emphasize teamwork, a strong work ethic and a positive attitude toward continuous improvement.

 

The Company offers the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
  • Paid time off and company paid holidays

Pay Range 19.00-24.00/hr.

 

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

About this role

Summary

Manage inventory, operate forklifts, track materials, ensure safety and process efficiency

Job title

Material Handler & Inventory Control

Experience level

1+ years

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

North Brunswick, NJ, on-site work only

Salary

19.00-24.00/hr

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

forklift operationinventory managementhandheld scannerbasic mathEnglish

Preferred skills

certificationteamwork

Specializations

inventory controlmaterial handlingforkliftssafety
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site