Material Handler - Entry Level

MP Systems; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Zero premium plan

Paid time off (23 days)

Company holidays (10)

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee events

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

MP Systems, an OEM manufacturer serving the CNC industry in Enfield, CT, is seeking an entry-level Material Handler reporting to the Production Manager. This role learns inventory structure, assembly techniques, and contributes to timely production in a team setting.

The position requires reading BOMs, handling materials, and operating pallet jacks and other equipment with strong safety practice. Growth opportunities exist within a rapidly expanding company.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Entry-level position; prior manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Understanding of part numbering systems and inventory organization.
• Knowledge of quality, health, and safety standards.
• High level of mobility to support dynamic production needs.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks and other lifting equipment safely and efficiently.
• Working knowledge of hand tools and assembly hardware relevant to production tasks.
• Understanding of quality, health, and safety standards, with commitment to maintaining compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review production work orders and BOMs and follow documentation.
• Complete documentation thoroughly and accurately.
• Identify and store raw materials in correct locations.
• Communicate with team leaders regarding assembly instructions and scheduling.
• Pass training on forklifts, cranes, balers, and compactors on site.
• Use hand and powered tools daily and build assemblies in designated areas.
• Use precision tools and measuring devices as needed.
• Promote safe work practices and keep a clean, organized environment.
• Adhere to established safety guidelines and protocols.
• Lift up to 50 lbs individually.

Skills

BOM reading

Inventory organization

Quality & safety standards

Mobility to production

Pallet jack operation

Hand tools

Assembly hardware

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join a USA Today Top Workplace!

MP Systems is an OEM manufacturer of accessories for the CNC industry, designing rugged and dependable high pressure coolant systems, chillers, coolant filtration, mist collection and other accessories for machine tools. All of our products are developed to meet specific customer requirements as we work directly with them to fully understand their challenges and develop the most efficient, long-term solutions. MP Systems has been a rapidly growing division of the Morris Group, a USA TODAY top workplace and one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in America. We offer career growth opportunities as a fast growing company in a high demand industry.

Summary of Responsibility:

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Material Handler is an entry level position that will work in either assembly, or shipping and receiving. This role is meant to give an individual the opportunity to learn about the inventory structure, and assembly techniques. This is meant to be a growth opportunity for someone who’s motivated, able to learn, can work in a team setting, and looking for career opportunities.

What You Will Contribute:

• Review and follow production work orders and associated documentation (e.g., Bills of Materials).
• Complete documentation thoroughly and accurately.
• Identify and distinguish raw materials using part numbering systems and store in correct locations.
• Communicate effectively with team leaders regarding assembly instructions, workflow adjustments, and scheduling.
• Will be required to pass training onsite with forklifts, cranes, baler and compactors at location.
• Properly use hand and powered tools daily and build assemblies in designated areas.
• Properly use precision tools and measuring devices needed per work cell or area.
• Promote safe work practices and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Adhere to all established safety guidelines and protocols.
• Able to lift <50lbs as an individual.

Other Functions:

• Perform related duties as required

The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Entry-level position; prior manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret Bills of Materials (BOM)
• Understanding of part numbering systems and inventory organization
• Knowledge of quality, health, and safety standards
• High level of mobility to support dynamic production needs
• Ability to operate pallet jacks and other lifting equipment safely and efficiently
• Working knowledge of hand tools and assembly hardware relevant to production tasks
• Understanding of quality, health, and safety standards, with commitment to maintaining compliance

Pay Range: $18.00-$21.00 per hour

What’s in it for You:

We take great pride in our employees and offer a variety of benefits that allow our employees to be successful inside and outside of work:

• Competitive starting salary
• Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance
• Paid Time Off, starting with 23 paid days off in your first year.
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events and perks
• Employee Assistance Program

Mental and Physical Requirements:

The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be highly mobile, able to access all areas of the premises.
• Ability to concentrate and remain focused while prioritizing multiple tasks, responsibilities, and projects.
• Ability to sit for prolonged period of times.
• Able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and lifting of moderate to heavyweight material up to 50 lbs. with assistance from equipment or other employees.
• Ability to frequently use hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work responsibly and professionally in dynamic job sites that may involve tight timelines, changing priorities, and interaction with customers and team members.

Certain positions are designated as safety-sensitive due to the nature of the work performed. Employees in these roles may also be expected to:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach for extended periods while servicing equipment.
• Ability to work in tight spaces or awkward positions, including accessing equipment interiors and elevated areas.
• Strong hand–eye coordination and fine motor skills required for precise electrical, mechanical, and diagnostic work.
• Ability to work in industrial environments, with exposure to noise, lubricants, coolants, metal chips, and other manufacturing conditions, while consistently wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

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 other characteristics protected by law.

Requisition #: 1719C, Enfield CT