Logistics Attendant

INFICON; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing bonus

401K match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

INFICON is seeking a Logistics Attendant to coordinate material movements, receive, stock, ship, and manage materials across the organization. You will support interdepartmental communication and ensure timely, accurate supply of materials to internal departments and external customers.

Responsibilities include receiving, inspecting, stocking, and organizing inventory, operating forklifts safely, and preparing shipments. 0-2 years of experience and forklift certification readiness are beneficial.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 0-2 years relevant experience.
• Forklift certification is preferred or required upon hire.
• Good communication and ability to follow detailed procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and stock incoming materials per PO and packing slips.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely.
• Pick, stage, and ship materials for production and internal orders.
• Maintain accurate inventory, locations, and documentation.
• Coordinate with Order Management, Finance, and Logistics to ensure on-time shipments.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

INFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation, critical sensor technologies, and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions that enhance productivity and quality of tools, processes, and complete factories.These analysis, measurement and control products are essential for gas leak detection in air conditioning/refrigeration and automotive manufacturing. They are vital to equipment manufacturers and end-users in the complex fabrication of semiconductors and thin film coatings for optics, flat panel displays, solar cells and industrial vacuum coating applications. Other users of our vacuum-based processes include the life sciences, research, aerospace, packaging, heat treatment, laser cutting and many other industrial processes. We also leverage our expertise in vacuum technology to provide unique, toxic chemical analysis products for emergency response, security, and environmental health and safety.

Job Description

The Logistics Attendant is responsible for coordinating and executing material movements, receiving, shipping, and warehouse functions across the organization. This role is essential to the company’s customer experience by ensuring timely and accurate supply of materials to internal departments and external customers. The Logistics Attendant supports interdepartmental communication, collaborates with outside operations, and maintains a high level of accuracy and service throughout all logistics workflows. The primary purpose of this position is to receive, evaluate, stock, ship, and manage materials from receipt through consumption or sale, ensuring seamless flow and operational continuity.

Receive and process incoming materials from receipt through stocking, ensuring accuracy against purchase orders and packing slips.

Verify, inspect, and document incoming goods for quality, quantity, and compliance with specifications.

Establish and maintain storage locations, ensuring proper rotation and organization of inventory in warehouse and production areas.

Safely operate material‑handling equipment (forklifts, lift trucks, pallet jacks, VLMs) to transport materials and navigate narrow aisles.

Stock materials in high‑bay racking and vertical lift modules (VLMs), consolidating and securing inventory to maximize storage efficiency.

Accurately pick and stage materials for production, Kanban replenishment, and internal orders, ensuring timely delivery to designated areas.

Follow packaging and labeling guidelines to ensure the safety, compliance, and integrity of all outbound shipments.

Manage internal consumption and replenishment of packaging materials.

Operate packaging equipment such as shrink wrappers, banders, and stretch wrappers to prepare goods for shipment.

Organize, build, and secure consolidated deliveries, ensuring proper documentation and traceability of all materials.

Process and prepare domestic, international, dangerous goods, and freight shipments, following all regulatory and carrier requirements.

Collaborate closely with Order Management, Finance, and Logistics teams to ensure on‑time shipment, accurate documentation, and high levels of customer satisfaction.

Basic Job Skills

Strong computer and process skills; proficiency in SAP, Excel, and Microsoft Office applications is highly recommended.

Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and maintain a strong sense of urgency.

Capable of meeting deadlines and performing well under pressure in a dynamic environment.

Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team setting.

Skilled in the safe and efficient operation of warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks, VLMs, and material handling tools).

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED and 0-2 years relevant experience

Certifications/License

Capable of Forklift Certification

Physical Requirements

Require constant (5-8 hours/day) lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds on a daily basis.

Requires frequent (2-5 hours/day) pushing up to 50 pounds, sustained visual concentration on small areas and repetitive hand motions on a daily basis

Requires occasional (up to 2 hours/day) bending, crawling, crouching, climbing, sitting, kneeling, reaching on a daily basis

Frequently sustained visual concentration on small areas (e.g. monitors, screens, spreadsheets, legal documents, etc.)

Additional Information

A reasonable estimate of the current range is:$19-$22 per hour. In addition, INFICON employees are eligible for a profit‑sharing bonus with a target of 10% as well as 401K match up to 8% (vesting schedule). The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.

INFICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs.

INFICON’s forward‑thinking approach offers countless opportunities to design, support, and manufacture a diverse product portfolio that expands globally. Our Lean and Agile work environment offers competitive compensation, relocation assistance, a discretionary bonus, and generous employee benefits; major medical, dental, health, vision, 401K, vacation and sick time, tuition reimbursement, and more!

INFICON is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal opportunity to all job seekers that apply without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. A notice describing Federal equal employment opportunity laws is available here to reaffirm this commitment. Any contact that would like to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact [e-mail] .

INFICON, Inc. strictly complies with all aspects of the Export Administration Regulations ('EAR'), including those sections dealing with deemed exports to foreign nationals.