Arizona Distribution Center Associate

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Nogales (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Inc. is seeking a Distribution Coordinator to partner with internal and external customers and provide world-class distribution center support. You will report to the Materials Supervisor and handle shipping, receiving, stocking and distribution tasks.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of related experience, strong arithmetic skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Travel may reach up to 10% as needed to support operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping, receiving and stores; basic arithmetic skills.
• Completion of high school, vocational training or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ years of related experience; ability to do shift work when directed.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical or administrative tasks involved in shipping, receiving, storing and distributing materials, parts, supplies and equipment.
• Unpack and check goods against POs or invoices; maintain records; reject unsatisfactory items.
• Lift heavy items; may operate a forklift.
• Prepare and maintain records of goods shipped; post weights and shipping charges; prepare goods for final shipment.
• Examine, stock and distribute materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines.
• May prepare kitting packages for assembly production and customers.

Skills

Shipping

Receiving

Stores

Forklift

Basic math

Reading/Writing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Distribution Coordinator at MKS Inc., you will partner with internal and external customers to provide world class distribution center centric support. In this role, you will report to the Materials Supervisor.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Responsible for performing the physical or administrative/physical tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing and distributing of materials, parts, supplies and equipment.


• Unpacks and checks goods received against purchase orders or invoices, maintains records of received goods, rejecting unsatisfactory items where necessary.


• Lifts heavy items and may operate a forklift.


• Prepares and maintains records of merchandise shipped. Post weights and shipping charges and prepares goods for final shipment.


• Examines, stocks and distributes materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines.


• May prepare kitting packages for assembly production and customers.

Travel Requirements: Up to 10% of Travel may be required.

Skills You Bring:

• Experience in shipping, receiving and stores, and reading, writing and basic arithmetic skills


• Completion of high school, vocational training or equivalent is preferred


• 1+ years of related experience Ability to do shift work when directed.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs


• Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination


• Frequently positions self to perform tasks and positions objects below, at, and above shoulder level


• Regularly requires manual dexterity and coordination of objects below, at and above shoulder level


• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand


• Must be able to exchange accurate information


• Operates in a warehousing environment


• Constantly operates a computer and other productivity machinery


• Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)


• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heat


• Noise level in the work environment is usually average #LI-TW1

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business. MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [e-mail]. If applying for a specific job, please include the requisition number (ex: RXXXX), the title and location of the role.

At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path. Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn't just a nice‑to‑have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us.

MKS Inc., Product Overview

With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data. We're the behind-the-scenes support for some amazing technology. MKS Inc., enables technologies that transform our world.