Material Handler II

Novanta Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan (401k)

Job summary

Novanta Corporation in Irvine, CA is seeking a Material Handler II to keep products moving and ensure customers receive what they need on time. You will coordinate shipments and maintain records.

This role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and proactive problem solving. The position offers a full benefits package and opportunities to contribute to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping, logistics, or warehouse operations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Familiarity with shipping documentation and records.
• Experience using shipping software and warehouse systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor outbound shipments to support on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate shipping records and documentation.
• Partner with suppliers, carriers, and internal teams to ensure efficient shipping operations.
• Prepare shipping documents, including bills of lading and customs paperwork.
• Troubleshoot shipment issues such as delays, damages, or documentation discrepancies.
• Help drive shipping accuracy and operational excellence through proactive communication and follow-up.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Shipping software

Warehouse systems

Job description

Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing-improving productivity, enhancing people's lives and redefining what's possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications-from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing.

Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta.

Summary

Looking for a role where your attention to detail and coordination skills make a direct impact?

As a Material Handler II, you'll play a key role in keeping products moving efficiently and ensuring customers receive what they need on time. You'll coordinate shipments, maintain accurate shipping records, and partner with carriers, suppliers, and internal teams to support smooth day-to-day operations. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, solving problems, and being part of a team that keeps the business running, we'd love to hear from you.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor outbound shipments to support on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate shipping records and documentation.
• Partner with suppliers, carriers, and internal teams to ensure efficient shipping operations.
• Prepare shipping documents, including bills of lading and customs paperwork.
• Troubleshoot shipment issues such as delays, damages, or documentation discrepancies.
• Help drive shipping accuracy and operational excellence through proactive communication and follow-up.

Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies

• Experience in shipping, logistics, warehouse operations, material handling, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Knowledge of shipping processes, documentation, and material movement.
• Experience using shipping software, warehouse systems, and related tools.
• A detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and follow-through.
• A collaborative approach and ability to build strong working relationships across teams.
• A passion for supporting operational success and delivering great service.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive movements for extended periods.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment and use computer systems for inventory transactions and reporting.

Travel Requirements

• No regular travel required.
• Occasional travel between local facilities may be required based on business needs.

Compensation and Benefits

• The base pay for this position is starting at $18.35 per year depending on the geographic market.
• Novanta supports all aspects of your life's needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

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