Material Handler 1st shift

Sarstedt; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $19.09/hour + $1 shift-d.

Paid Time Off

Floating holidays

Wellness PTO

Health, dental, vision plans

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

SARSTEDT in Newton, NC is seeking a Material Handler (1st Shift) to receive, maintain, and organize production inventory in the Interim Warehouse. The role supports packing, inventory counts, and safe operations in a clean, precision-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 3–6 months related experience, and a forklift license with a valid driver’s license. Hours are Monday through Friday with some Saturdays, and a starting wage of $19.09/hour plus a $1.00 shift

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 3–6 months related experience or training.
• Forklift license and valid driver's license required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Move and store inventory in the interim warehouse.
• Maintain and conduct physical inventory counts.
• Pull and stage product based on order demand.
• Cross-train in packing and unload from conveyor line to logistics center.
• Follow safety regulations and report unsafe conditions.
• Keep packing and interim warehouse areas clean and organized.
• Perform data entry and resolve minor issues and prepare material for recycling.

Skills

Safety awareness

Inventory management

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift license

Driver's license

Job description

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Packing Full Time Newton, NC, US

What We Do

At SARSTEDT, we develop, manufacture, and distribute high-quality devices and consumables for medicine and scientific applications. Step into a manufacturing role that stands apart from the rest. At SARSTEDT, you’ll work in one of the cleanest, most advanced, state-of-the-art environments in the area, with climate-controlled facilities, and a strong focus on precision and quality.

If you’re looking for competitive pay and benefits, real stability, and a clean, comfortable work environment year-round, you’ll find it here!

For over 65 years, SARSTEDT has built its reputation on long-term thinking, avoiding major layoffs, investing in our people, and growing talent through cross-training and continuous development. During the COVID-19 pandemic, while many companies faced layoffs, SARSTEDT cross-trained employees to keep our people working.

This isn’t just a job, it’s a place to build a secure career, grow your skills, and be part of a team that truly values its people.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our next Material Handler (1st Shift), you will esnure receiving, maintaining, and organizing production inventory in the Interim Warehouse.

• Responsible for moving and storing inventory in the interim warehouse.
• Maintain and organize inventory and performs physical inventory counts.
• Responsible for pulling and staging product based on order demand.
• Crosstrain in the Packing Department and unload product from the conveyor line and transfer product to the logistics center.
• Work according to safety regulations at all times and reports unsafe conditions immediately.
• Contribute to keeping the packing and interim warehouse areas clean and organized.
• Complete administrative duties such as data entry, resolving minor issues, and making cardboard or plastic bales.
• Hours are Mon-Friday, 6:00am- 2:30pm, and occasional Saturdays.

Requirements/Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three to six months related experience and/or training.
• Forklift License and valid driver's license.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

How We Reward You

• Compensation: Starting at $19.09/hour plus $1.00 shift differential on 2nd shift.
• Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off for you to recharge
• Flexible Time Off: Two (2) additional floating paid floating holidays
• Wellness PTO: Two (2) hours of PTO for annual preventative care, including physical, or vaccinations
• Health: Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, plus HSA and FSA options
• Wellness: Complimentary screenings and wellness assessments
• Fitness: Discounted YMCA/gym memberships, fitness classes, and wellness challenges
• Mental Health: Confidential support resources for life and well-being
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match
• Leave Benefits: Paid parental leave
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and career growth opportunities
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts through select SARSTEDT partners

About Us

Founded in 1961 by Walter Sarstedt as a one person operation in Nümbrecht, Germany, SARSTEDT has grown into a leading global provider of laboratory and medcial technology solutions, employing over 3,000 people across 13 production sites spanning Europe, North and South America, and Australia. Headquartered in Germany, SARSTEDT's U.S. operations are based in Newton, NC. As a family-owned company, the SARSTEDT family remains actively involved in leadership, driving innovation while staying grounded in our core values of partnership, quality, and long term commitment to our employees, customers, and suppliers.

Commitment to Quality

With approximately 90% of our products manufactured in our own facilities, we maintain full control from concept to delivery. Our integrated approach ensures consistent quality, proven supply reliability, and exceptional product support, while proudly delivering excellence “Made in Germany” and “Made in the U.S.A.”

To Learn More

Explore our Company Overview , History , the SARSTEDT Product Portfolio , and see how our values of Healthcare, Relationships, Innovation, Collaboration, and Sustainability , guide everything we do. For more, check out: SARSTEDT US (3-min) .

Equal Employment Opportunity