Material Handler

Fabric8Labs; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Fabric8Labs is seeking a Material Handler to move material, run receiving, and keep kanban systems stocked as we scale our ECAM process in Carlsbad, CA. The role supports the build and production teams and requires on-site work in Sorrento Valley before transitioning to Carlsbad.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in inventory, experience with ERP systems, and forklift certification. You will operate label printers, maintain clean spaces, and ensure records are accurate and up-to-date.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in inventory, warehouse, receiving or material handling.
• Experience with ERP or inventory systems daily.
• Forklift certification preferred; certification provided if needed.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds and be on your feet for most of the shift.

Responsibilities

• Receive shipments, verify quantities, and record receipts in ERPNext.
• Label parts and bins with care using a label printer.
• Move material to correct bins and keep receiving area organized.
• Support shipping, receiving, order fulfillment, and packaging.

Skills

Inventory management

ERP usage

Attention to detail

Punctual & reliable

English proficiency

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERPNext

Label printer

Barcode scanner

Job description

Material Handler

Fabric8Labs, headquartered in sunny San Diego, CA, is revolutionizing advanced manufacturing with next-generation 3D printing technology. We're looking for a Material Handler to assist with handling all material properly and efficiently as we scale our patented Electrochemical Additive Manufacturing (ECAM) process for global production.

ECAM uses precise, room-temperature metal deposition to unlock geometries and applications that conventional metal AM can't reach. Since announcing our agreement to be acquired by TDK Corporation, we're rapidly expanding our team to advance this disruptive technology across a wide range of electronics components—including data center infrastructure, wireless communications, and power electronics.

As a Material Handler, you will move material, run the receiving dock, keep the kanban bins full, count parts, and be the point person for the build team.

If you're excited to help shape the future of manufacturing alongside a growing team, come join us. We thrive on collaborative problem-solving and are eager to bring in diverse minds and perspectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Receive incoming shipments, verify quantities against the purchase order, and record 100% of receipts in our ERP system (ERPNext) the same day.
• Label parts, bins and boxes accurately, including creating custom labels with a label printer.
• Put material away to the correct bin and location, and keep the receiving area and supply chain racks clear and organized.
• Move and distribute material throughout the facility to the build, repair and production teams.
• Run daily rounds: check kanban signal cards and bin levels, identify shortages, and trigger reorders before anything runs out.
• Set up new kanban and two-bin systems to add to the ones we already have.
• Perform cycle counts on a weekly, monthly and quarterly schedule by part class, and help investigate discrepancies to root cause.
• Complete material transfers in the system whenever parts move, so the records stay accurate.
• Kit and package material for shipment to outside suppliers doing sub-assembly and plating work, and track what comes back.
• Support shipping and receiving, order fulfillment, and packaging.
• Operate a forklift and pallet jacks for heavy lifting and pallet handling.
• Help lay out, rack and organize the new Carlsbad warehouse as it comes online.
• Keep the work area clean and safe, and follow safe handling practices for chemicals and heavy material.

Required Skills and Experience

• 2+ years of inventory, warehouse, receiving or material handling experience.
• Comfortable using a computer and an ERP or inventory system daily — you will be scanning and transacting, not writing on a clipboard.
• Accurate and organized. In this job, close enough is not accurate, and we will notice either way.
• Forklift experience; certification preferred, and we will certify you if you are not certified.
• Able to lift and move material regularly and be on your feet for a good portion of the shift. Steel-toed boots are required and will be provided.
• Reliable and on time. The build team is waiting on the parts you put away.
• Willing to work on-site in Sorrento Valley for the first few months and then full time in Carlsbad.
• English required.

Location

This position starts at our Sorrento Valley facility (San Diego, CA 92121) for approximately the first three to six months, then moves full time to our new Carlsbad facility (Carlsbad, CA 92010). Please apply only if you can commute to both locations.

Why Work at Fabric8Labs?

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, health, dental, and vision plans; 401(k) with employer match; and an unmetered vacation policy.
• We have a collaborative work environment where we work in tight knit teams focused on transforming manufacturing technology.
• Regular catered company events and celebrations, and a fully stocked breakroom!

Other information

• Routinely required to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to type, handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch. Routinely required to move around the facility.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• May require travel (domestic and/or international) dependent on business needs, up to 10%
• Specific vision abilities that may be required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Fabric8Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Fabric8Labs prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s)

• Can you commute to Sorrento Valley (92121) now and to Carlsbad (92010) once that building opens in early 2027?
• Have you created your own custom labels using a label maker or label printer?
• Have you used an ERP or inventory system to receive and transfer material? Which one?
• Are you forklift certified?
• Are you comfortable lifting material and being on your feet for most of a shift?

Education

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience

Inventory management: 2 years (Required)

Language

English (Required)

License/Certification

Forklift Certification (Preferred)

Work Location

In person

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s)

• Are you forklift certified?
• Have you used an ERP or inventory system to receive and transfer material? Which one?
• Are you comfortable lifting material and being on your feet for most of a shift?
• Have you created your own custom labels using a label maker or label printer?

Experience

• material handling: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute

• Carlsbad, CA 92010 (Required)

Work Location

In person