Material Handler

MP Materials; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

MP Materials in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Material Handler to help move materials and goods within the production facility and support the manufacturing team in daily operations. You will operate forklifts, read work orders, track inventory, participate in safety programs, maintain a clean work area, and cross-train across shifts; prior material handling and ERP/SAP familiarity are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to operate lift trucks, cranes, and other material handling equipment.
• Must be able to follow established written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Move materials, read work orders/transfers, and track material flow.
• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment.
• Operate production equipment per procedures and safety guidelines.
• Participate in Safety Programs and uphold Safety Culture.
• Maintain clean and organized work area and comply with safety policies.
• Perform equipment inspections and housekeeping; assist in other areas as needed.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Written and verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift operation

ERP systems (SAP)

Job description

Company Overview: MP Materials (NYSE: MP) is rebuilding American industrial capability for a new era of autonomy, robotics, and electrification. We are the only U.S. company with a fully integrated rare earth supply chain - from mining and refining to advanced metal and magnet manufacturing. Our products include both the critical materials used to make permanent magnets and the finished magnets themselves - enabling next-generation technologies in robotics, automation, aerospace, transportation, defense, and energy systems. These materials are the foundation of physical AI - the convergence of computation, movement, and control. We hire ambitious, mission-driven people who want to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of strategic industries. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, resiliency, and integrity, with a deep commitment to operational excellence and national purpose. MP is rapidly evolving from a materials producer into a leading U.S. manufacturer - and our people are driving that transformation.

Starting Pay Rate: $24.40/hr

Position Overview

The Material Handler is responsible for the efficient and organized movement of materials, products, and goods within our production facility. They are also responsible for supporting our production team in operations tasks needed to meet our manufacturing requirements.

Position Responsibilities

• Movement of Materials; reading work orders/transfer orders, physical and system movement of material, cycle counting, and shipping finished goods/materials.
• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment.
• Operates production equipment in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Participates in the Safety Programs and proactively upholds the Safety Culture.
• Maintain work area and equipment in clean orderly condition and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Perform required equipment inspections, sweep, dust, mop and organize warehouse/work area to ensure safe operation.
• Cross train and help in other areas depending on workload.
• Complete any other tasks as needed or as directed by management.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to operate lift trucks, cranes, and other material handling equipment.
• Must be able to follow established written and verbal instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year material handling experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Basic knowledge of safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding and knowledge of manufacturing management systems and ERP, prefer SAP.
• Knowledge of how workflow operates in a production facility.

Desired Qualities

• Team Player
• Desire to Learn
• Desire to Win
• Leader
• Self-starter, proactive management style
• Excellent analytical problem-solving skills
• Disciplined and Detail Oriented
• Emotionally Intelligent
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communicator

MP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity /

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position’s requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.

Your Right to Work - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification document form upon hire.