Material Handler I

Materion; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Materion in Elmhurst, IL is seeking an entry-level Material Handler I to support the Service Center's material flow. Under the guidance of the Service Group Leader, you will train to operate in a slitting work center, process customer orders promptly, and maintain safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills including SAP and Microsoft products are a plus, and you can multi-task with good verbal and written communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Working knowledge of SAP and Microsoft products is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Self-motivated and able to initiate action without direction.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise work.

Responsibilities

• Process orders in an efficient and timely manner.
• Operate equipment to maintain high quality and productivity.
• Assist machine operator in material flow in the slitting center.
• Pull stock from inventory and load material on payoff equipment.
• Unload finished cuts and return remnant material to inventory.
• Complete required order documentation and forms.
• Maintain a neat, clean and organized work area.
• Participate in equipment maintenance duties as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Self-motivated

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Material Handler IApply: Elmhurst, IL: Posted Yesterday: 2026-R8714### **At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. *Join us!*****Job Summary:**### Under the direction of the Elmhurst Service Group Leader, the Material Handler is an entry level training position which ultimately will lead to being assigned to a work cell at the Service Center for the purpose of supporting the Cell Lead Operator in processing Customer Orders in an efficient and timely manner.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:*** During an employee’s tenure at this position, they shall receive training as a material handler.* Follows direction of “trainer”.* Provides “feedback” to trainer to assess competency level.* Adheres to all safety procedures & rules.* Adheres to all quality procedures at the facility.* Processes orders in an effective and efficient manner.* Operates equipment to ensure the highest quality standard, while maintaining an effective productivity rate.* Participates in equipment maintenance duties as required.* Continually inspects finished product for conformance to customer & materion standards & requirements.* Takes appropriate action to prevent escape of “non-conforming” material.* Maintains work area in a neat, clean, and organized manner.* Responsible to assist machine operator in the orderly and efficient flow of material in a slitting work center.* Pulls stock as necessary from inventory.* Loads material as necessary on payoff equipment.* Unloads finished cuts and sidecuts as necessary.* Fills out all required order documentation and forms.* Returns remnant material to inventory.* Participates in “team” activities as required.* Performs other duties as required or assigned.**Education and/or Experience:*** Individual must have a High School Diploma or GED.* Working knowledge of SAP and Microsoft products is a plus* Strong verbal and written communication skills required.* Self-motivated and able to initiate action without direction required.* Ability to multi-task and prioritize required.HPPay Range:$0.00 - $0.00*Actual base salary offered varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location.***Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.****Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.****Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.****Please provide complete information. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.**