Material Handler II

Watts Water Technologies; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid Time Off

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Watts Water Technologies seeks a Material Handler III in Sparks, Nevada. This role involves supporting plant operations by efficiently receiving, storing, and issuing materials, equipment, and supplies, while ensuring accurate inventory management.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and be able to handle physical demands such as lifting up to 50 pounds. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in materials handling or warehouse operations.
• Ability to pass a pre-hire drug test, including for marijuana.
• Physical capability to occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and issue materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Operate multiple types of material handling equipment.
• Conduct physical and scale counts for accurate inventory levels.

Skills

Material handling

Inventory management

Forklift operation

Basic math skills

English language skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Fork trucks

Hand scanners

Job description

Material Handler III – Job Description

Position Summary: This role supports plant operations by receiving, storing, counting, issuing, and transacting equipment, materials, products, supplies, tools, and inventories to maintain a continuous flow of materials throughout the supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and issue materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Operate multiple types of material handling equipment, including fork trucks, reach trucks, and picker trucks.
• Pick items according to established procedures and package and ship materials.
• Use scanners for inventory transactions and perform cycle counts.
• Conduct physical and scale counts to ensure accurate inventory levels.
• Complete system transactions and procedures to maintain inventory records.
• Ensure a flow of materials throughout the supply chain to support operations.
• Perform physical inventories and assist with other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in materials handling or warehouse operations.
• Proficient math skills and basic computer skills for performing inventory transactions.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Physical capability to occasionally stand, sit, use hands to handle, feel, and lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to pass a pre-hire drug test, including for marijuana.

General Company Competencies

• Commitment to integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
• Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
• Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other employees.
• Adherence to cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer‑Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.
• Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, such as safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Working Conditions

Work is performed on‑site at the distribution center in Sparks, Nevada. The position is at‑will; either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, for any lawful reason.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on skills, qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave.
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off.
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement.
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs.

Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

Equal Employment Opportunity

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. The company follows a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, and any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Employees who need assistance may contact Human Resources.