Material Handler

ETLA Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 2,500 - 4,000; Full time

Job summary

Frencken Group in Singapore is seeking a materials handler to support equipment, components, and WIP transfers on the production floor. You will ensure proper travelers and route cards accompany transfers and support replenishment to maintain smooth operations.

You will also handle packing, labeling, and inspections to prevent contamination or mislabeling, while maintaining traceability and complying with QMS and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Secondary school education or equivalent (NITEC/Higher NITEC).
• 1–3 years in material handling, warehousing, or related roles preferred.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing docs, travelers, and traceability.

Responsibilities

• Move materials, components, and WIP on and off the production floor with proper documentation.
• Ensure correct labeling, tagging, and documentation before shipment or transfer.
• Maintain traceability and perform stock movements and inventory updates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Following work instructions

Education

Secondary education / NITEC equivalent

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Material Handling & Cleanroom Support

Transfer raw materials, components, tooling, and WIP into and out of the production floor.

Verify all materials are properly identified and accompanied by the correct traveler, route card, or production documentation before transfer.

Support material replenishment activities to ensure uninterrupted production operations.

Segregate and identify non-conforming, quarantined, or hold materials in accordance with quality requirements.

Handle products carefully to prevent contamination, damage, mix-up, or loss of traceability.

Packing, Labelling & Product Identification

Perform non-cleanroom packing activities according to customer, quality, and shipping requirements.

Ensure all packing materials are in good condition and suitable for product protection.

Verify that all required labels, part markings, identification tags, and documentation are correctly applied prior to shipment or transfer.

Conduct visual checks to ensure packaging completeness and compliance with work instructions.

Report damaged packaging materials, missing labels, or discrepancies for immediate corrective action.

Inventory & Traceability Control

Maintain accurate traceability of materials, components, and WIP throughout the production process.

Perform material transactions, stock movements, and inventory updates in accordance with company procedures.

Assist in cycle counts, stock verification, and inventory reconciliation activities.

Ensure physical inventory matches documentation and system records.

Support investigation of inventory discrepancies and material shortages.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

Follow all company safety procedures, PPE requirements, and safe material handling practices.

Ensure compliance with company Quality Management System (QMS), customer requirements, and applicable work instructions.

Maintain cleanliness, orderliness, and 5S standards within storage, staging, and packing areas.

Escalate material discrepancies, labeling issues, damaged parts, or quality concerns promptly.

Continuous Improvement & Team Support

Support production, warehouse, quality, and logistics teams in achieving operational objectives.

Participate in continuous improvement, 5S, and waste reduction initiatives.

Assist with material flow improvements to improve efficiency, traceability, and workplace organization.

Support cross-functional activities as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Secondary school education, NITEC, Higher NITEC, or equivalent qualification.
• 1–3 years of experience in material handling, warehousing, production support, logistics, or cleanroom operations preferred.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing documentation, travelers, and material traceability requirements.
• Experience in packing, labelling, and inventory control activities is advantageous.
• Basic computer skills for inventory transactions and production record updates.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions accurately.
• Strong commitment to product quality, cleanliness, and safety.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information

Work Environment: Manufacturing environment with controlled temperature and humidity conditions.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, perform repetitive handling activities, lift and move materials within approved safety limits, and handle precision components carefully to prevent damage or contamination.

Work Schedule: Shift work and overtime may be required to support operational requirements.

Why do we offer

Frencken is characterized by an informal and collegial atmosphere where every individual is important. We ensure you feel at home with us quickly. You will work in a fascinating, challenging high-tech company, within a team of colleagues who are just as passionate as you are. We reward that passion with a good salary, excellent employment conditions and plenty of opportunities for further development.

We are a global integrated technology solutions company that’s fully committed to providing complete and integrated one-stop solutions in partnership with our valued customers. The Frencken Group serves customers in Europe, Asia, and the US through a global network of operating subsidiaries. The Group offers a comprehensive range of product solutions that span the entire value chain – from initial product design, development and prototyping, to engineering, final test, and series manufacturing. The comprehensive range of product solutions is enabled by leveraging the capabilities of our strategically located facilities in the Netherlands, Singapore, Malaysia, and China.