Material Handler

Quantum Design Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Design, a leader in automated materials characterization systems, is seeking a Material Handler onsite in San Diego, CA. The role focuses on receiving, storing, and distributing materials, and ensures accurate inventory through cycle counting and documentation.

You will work with production teams to maintain smooth material flow and support efficient assembly processes. The position requires at least two years of hands-on material handling experience, basic computer skills, and the

Qualifications

• Two years of hands-on material handling experience in a stocking production/manufacturing environment.
• Experience with storage bays, racking systems, inventory control processes, and FIFO.
• Basic computer skills to use email and inventory/production software.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Transfer materials, equipment, kits, and supplies for production flow.
• Cycle counting of stocked items.
• Accurately pull materials for kits required by manufacturing.
• Move materials to assembly workstations and manage bench stock.
• Locate and transfer parts for assemblies.
• Verify and maintain stock records, logs, and shortage reports.
• Operate hand tools and Material Handling Equipment including forklift and pallet jacks.

Skills

Material handling

Inventory management

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork and independence

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Quantum Design

For more than 40 years Quantum Design (QD) has been providing technology solutions to researchers in the fields of physics, chemistry, biotechnology, materials science, and nanotechnology. Established in 1982, Quantum Design is the leading commercial source for automated materials characterization systems offering a variety of measurement capabilities. QD instruments are found in the world's leading research institutions and have become the reference standard for a variety of magnetic and physical property measurements.

Job Description: The Opportunity

As Material Handler, you will be responsible for the physical tasks involved in the receiving, storing, and distributing of materials, parts, supplies and equipment. You will work on assignments that are semi-routine in nature where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is critical. In addition, you will receive general instructions on routine work, and detailed instructions on new assignments.

Responsibilities

• Transfer materials, equipment, kits, and supplies required for efficient material flow through production/assembly areas.
• Cycle counting of stocked items
• Accurately pull materials for kits required by manufacturing
• Physically transfers material to assembly workstations, maintains bench stock and handles completed assemblies between work areas or cost centers.
• Locates and transfer parts within the facility that may be required for completion of assemblies.
• Verify and maintain associated stock records, logs, shortage reports and other documentation.
• Utilize small hand tools and may operate Material handling equipment including forklift, pallet handlers, skids, hand trucks, and the like.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of hands-on material handling experience in a stocking focused production or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with storage bays, racking systems, following inventory control processes, and FIFO procedures.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use E-Mail, enter data, and navigate inventory or production software.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• 5S and LEAN Manufacturing experience.

Additional Information

This position’s work mode is 100% onsite. The employee will report to our facility in San Diego, CA five days a week.

Work Schedule: 6 AM - 2:30 PM

Salary Range: $21.00 - $27.00, hourly

Quantum Design is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

All employment decisions, policies and practices are in accordance with applicable federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws.

Quantum Design will not tolerate or engage in unlawful discrimination including any form of unlawful harassment, on account of a person's sex, age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual preference or orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap, disability, or membership in any protected group.

Company Culture

At Quantum Design, we've driven technology, research and innovation forward for more than 40 years. As the leading commercial source for automated materials characterization systems, we offer a wide range of career opportunities across engineering, manufacturing, operations, and global support teams. Our core values guide how we show up every day and shape the culture we create together. We earn trust through transparency and reliability, commit by bringing accountability and care to every interaction, and collaborate across departments and global offices to generate innovative solutions. We adapt with flexibility and resilience when challenges arise, and we make the quantum leap by staying curious, open-minded, and proactive in seeking opportunities for improvement. Together, these values form the foundation of who we are and how we work.