Lab Materials Specialist

Element Materials Technology; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Hartford is seeking a dependable Material Handler to support daily laboratory operations by locating, moving, and stocking materials, parts, and supplies so testing can run smoothly.

The role emphasizes safe forklift and electric pallet jack operation, accurate part identification, and proactive replenishment to minimize downtime. Candidates should have a valid driver’s license and reliable teamwork with lab staff.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.
• Ability to safely operate an electric pallet jack.
• Experience in material handling or warehouse preferred.
• Ability to accurately identify part numbers, work orders, and material.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple requests.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technicians and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Locate, retrieve, and move parts, materials, containers, tooling, and supplies throughout the facility.
• Move material between receiving, staging, processing areas, testing assets, storage locations, and shipping.
• Ensure testing assets are stocked with the material required to perform scheduled work.
• Monitor testing areas for shortages and proactively replenish supplies.
• Stage material at testing assets in accordance with production schedules and priorities.
• Remove completed or processed material and move it to the next process or staging location.
• Prioritize material movement based on production requirements and testing schedules.
• Respond quickly to requests for material movement from technicians and supervisors.
• Minimize downtime by preventing missing or improperly staged materials.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, and materials prior to movement.
• Maintain material identification and traceability throughout movement.
• Communicate shortages or discrepancies to supervisors.
• Assist with inventory counts and material reconciliation.

Skills

Driver's license

Forklift operation

Electric pallet jack operation

Material handling experience

Identify parts numbers

Follow instructions

Independent work

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Job description

Element Hartford is seeking a dependable Material Handler to support daily laboratory operations by locating, moving, and stocking materials, parts, and supplies so testing can run smoothly.

The role emphasizes safe forklift and electric pallet jack operation, accurate part identification, and proactive replenishment to minimize downtime. Candidates should have a valid driver’s license and reliable teamwork with lab staff.