1st Shift Material Handler

Times Microwave Systems; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Times Microwave Systems in Wallingford, CT, is seeking a Full-Time Shipping & Receiving material handler in the Production department. The role involves operating a company vehicle for local pickups/deliveries, and using mechanized and manual material handling aids while adhering to safety regulations.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma, warehouse/process experience, and strong problem-solving, communication, and Excel skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with warehouse processes and manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with MRP systems (Oracle preferred).
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and stand/bend up to 50% of time.

Responsibilities

• Handle material management for Shipping and Receiving.
• Operate vehicle for local pick-ups and deliveries.
• Use material handling aids to move and position items.
• Identify, count, and stack items on pallets or into bins.
• Receive incoming materials and store for future use.
• Move materials within the department and maintain safety.
• Report defective materials or unusual conditions to supervision.
• Follow Safety Regulations and assist with other projects as needed.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: Wallingford, CT Department: Production Posted: 9/18/2026 Location Name: Wallingford, CT
Wage Max: 24.63 Hourly Wage Min: 24.63 Hourly Position Type: Full Time Shift: 1st Shift
FLSA: Hourly

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform all material handling and control operations for Shipping and Receiving
• Operate company vehicle to make pick-ups and deliveries of material between local community and plant (seldom over 5 mile radius)
• Use mechanized and manual material handling aids as necessary to transport and position material following established methods and procedures
• Locate and identify items. Count and/or verify count as necessary. Stack items on pallets or load into bins as required
• Receive incoming materials such as compounds, wire, and store for future use
• Transport, move and handle material within department as required
• Exercise care in handling and stacking items to avoid injuries to others, damages to supplies, product or equipment
• Check fuel, lubricate, and coolant in equipment
• Detect and report defective material, faulty operation and unusual conditions to supervision
• Follow prescribed Safety Regulations
• Assists with all/any other projects as required

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of MRP Systems (preferably Oracle)
• Experience in warehouse processes
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, particularly Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to stand, twist and bend up to 50% of the time
• Strong organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail

Times Microwave Systems is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V
Times Microwave Systems is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.