Material Handler - Cycle Counter 2nd Shift

AMETEK, Inc.; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. in Whitsett, NC is seeking a Material Handler – Cycle Counter for the second shift.

This hourly role focuses on maintaining inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts, audits, and data entry into Oracle, supporting warehouse operations, production schedules, and customer fulfillment. You will perform counts, verify quantities, locations, lot and part numbers, resolve discrepancies, and work with warehouse, production, and quality teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Previous warehouse or material handling experience preferred.
• Experience with cycle counting or inventory control preferred.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• Ability to read work instructions and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts of inventory following standard operating procedures.
• Accurately count, verify, and document material quantities, locations, lot numbers, and part numbers.
• Enter count results into ORACLE in a timely and accurate manner.
• Identify, research, and report inventory discrepancies; assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Work with supervisors and cross‑functional teams (warehouse, production, quality) to resolve inventory issues.
• Maintain organized, labeled, and accurate storage locations to support inventory accuracy.
• Participate in physical inventory counts as required.
• Follow all safety rules, quality standards, and housekeeping (5S) expectations.
• Perform general material handling tasks as assigned, including receiving, stocking, picking, and moving materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Oracle

Forklift certification

Job description

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Job Title: Material Handler - Cycle Counter 2nd Shift

Location: Whitsett, NC, US, 27377

Business Unit: Bison

Posting Date: Jul 4, 2026

Job Description: The Material Handler – Cycle Counter is an hourly second shift role responsible for maintaining accurate inventory through regular cycle counts and inventory audits. This position plays a key role in ensuring material accuracy to support warehouse operations, production schedules, and customer fulfillment. The associate performs hands‑on counting, documentation, and discrepancy resolution while following established safety and quality standards.

What you will do:

• Perform scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts of inventory following standard operating procedures
• Accurately count, verify, and document material quantities, locations, lot numbers, and part numbers
• Enter count results into ORACLE in a timely and accurate manner
• Identify, research, and report inventory discrepancies; assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Work with supervisors and cross‑functional teams (warehouse, production, quality) to resolve inventory issues
• Maintain organized, labeled, and accurate storage locations to support inventory accuracy
• Participate in physical inventory counts as required
• Follow all safety rules, quality standards, and housekeeping (5S) expectations
• Perform general material handling tasks as assigned, including receiving, stocking, picking, and moving materials

What we are looking for:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous warehouse, manufacturing, or material handling experience preferred
• Experience with cycle counting or inventory control preferred
• Basic computer and data entry skills; ORACLE knowledge is a plus
• Ability to read work instructions and follow written and verbal directions
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Forklift certified
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and lift 20-50 lbs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Compensation

Employee Type: Exception Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 35,000

Salary Maximum: 45,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].