Material Handler

Magna International, Inc; Carolina (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International, Inc. is seeking a Material Handler to maintain smooth material flow in the production area. You will move raw materials and finished goods, use RF scanners to track inventory, and help ensure timely deliveries.

The role supports production by maintaining accuracy and organization while adhering to safety standards. The position involves operating forklifts after training, following FIFO procedures, and collaborating with team members to meet material demands and quality

Qualifications

• Move materials in and out of storage locations.
• Follow FIFO procedures for issuing materials.
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and process transactions.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Support production flow by delivering materials on time.
• Verify, count, label, and stack materials correctly.
• Wear required PPE and follow safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Move materials to the correct locations to support production.
• Track inventory using RF scanners and keep records up to date.
• Deliver materials to the production line on time to minimize downtime.
• Maintain clean and organized storage and work areas.
• Assist with safety inspections and safety policy compliance.

Skills

Material handling

FIFO procedures

RF scanning

Forklift operation

Inventory control

PPE compliance

Documentation

Team communication

Safety inspections

Attendance reliability

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

What we offer

What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

What we offer

What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary

Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.

Job Responsibilities

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY The Material Handler is responsible for keeping materials and supplies flowing smoothly through the production area. This includes moving raw materials and finished goods to the right locations, using scanning devices to track inventory, and ensuring accurate and timely deliveries. The role supports production by maintaining inventory accuracy, organizing storage areas, and helping with continuous improvement and safety practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Move materials in and out of storage locations
• Follow first-in, first-out (FIFO) procedures for issuing materials
• Use radio frequency (RF) scanners to track inventory and process transactions
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
• Support production flow by delivering materials on time
• Verify, count, label, and stack materials correctly
• Take breaks as needed to meet material demands of production
• Flex schedule (start/end times) to support shift change needs
• Use kanban cards to manage inventory
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with team members
• Participate in scheduled employee meetings and training
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Follow all health and safety policies and procedures
• Report hazards and assist with safety inspections
• Accurately complete required documentation and paperwork
• Demonstrate dependable attendance and a team-oriented attitude
• Safely operate forklifts, RF scanners, and related equipment (after training/licensing)

Preferred Skills

• Experience with kanban/Heijunka systems
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts (e.g., 5S, MPS, Mafact methods)
• Suggest new processes or improvements to material flow or equipment use
• Assist in planning better material delivery processes
• Perform root cause analysis or help resolve material-related issues in systems like PICS
• Perform and document weekly safety audits of work areas
• Support workplace culture through positive reinforcement of safety and performance
• Provide ongoing feedback to coworkers (positive or corrective)
• Knowledge of material planning, scheduling, or expediting
• Proficiency with Excel (intermediate level)
• Comfortable making decisions and using good judgment independently

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of the work required inherent in the job. Other duties may be assigned from time to time to support business needs.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent