Logistics Material Coordinator/Handler II

Applied Materials, Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is hiring for a Material Coordinator in Austin, TX. The role focuses on inventory accuracy, cycle counting, and coordinating material movements to support manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities include receiving, updating records in inventory systems (Oracle, SAP), and ensuring timely availability of parts for the production line. This full‑time position requires safety awareness and teamwork within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory control and stock accuracy.
• Ability to verify and update inventory records.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Direct involvement in cycle counts and material transfers.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes daily stores activities.
• May perform satellite receiving functions.
• May perform materials pick‑up or drop‑off at vendor sites.
• Investigates customer inquiries, cycle count discrepancies and non‑conformances.
• Performs cycle count to verify and maintain inventory.
• Locates, audits, and transfers kits or materials as required in preparation for shipment.

Skills

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next‑generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Salary: $18.00 - $24.80 Location: Austin,TX You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.

Key Responsibilities

Prioritizes daily stores activities. May perform satellite receiving functions. May perform materials pick‑up or drop‑off at vendor sites (requiring the use of a van or truck). Investigates customer inquiries, cycle count discrepancies and non‑conformances. Performs cycle count to verify and maintain inventory. Locates, audits, and transfers kits or materials as required in preparation for shipment. Receives parts and updates inventory records or shortage reports; may perform transactions in Oracle, SAP, or other inventory systems. Verifies vendor delivery before accepting parts and/or inventory. May monitor, update and maintain shortage reports including review of work orders. Coordinates processing of non‑conformances. Regulates and prepares material for delivery to the cleanroom environment. Under direction from management, prevents accumulation of excess material. Moves stock as required. In a manufacturing environment, may replenish empty line‑side bins and/or regulate material movement to the manufacturing floor. Reviews M.R.P. for upcoming work order, project status, and W.I.P. Expedites receipt of materials from vendors/suppliers. Trains / certifies other Material Coordinators as required. Follows documented business processes. Under direction from supervisor, purges stock of excess and obsolete material. Takes action necessary to rework, transfer, or scrap these items. Operates powered industrial vehicles as assigned; may operate pallet jack, electric pallet jack and/or forklift. May drive a van or truck if necessary, or operate overhead crane. Adheres to all safety standards and protocols; participates in addressing safety concerns.

Other Requirements

This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts. Additionally, because this position may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Functional Knowledge

Has developed proficiency in a range of processes or procedures to carry out assigned tasks

Business Expertise

Has a basic understanding of how the team integrates with others

Leadership

May provide informal guidance and support to more junior team members

Problem Solving

Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on existing precedents or procedures

Impact

Impacts the quality of own work and its contribution to the team

Interpersonal Skills

Uses communication skills to regularly exchange information

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Relocation Eligible: No The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users.