Material Handler - Inventory Control

Behm-Consulting-LLC; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermach is seeking a Material Handler to efficiently receive, store, and distribute materials to support production schedules and shipping. You will ensure inventory accuracy, perform cycle counts, and verify material movements in the ERP system.

Responsibilities include receiving, storing, picking, staging for production, and assisting with audits. Prior warehouse experience and Epicor proficiency are preferred; forklift certification or the ability to obtain it is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous warehouse or inventory control experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, packing slips, and shipping docs.
• Experience with inventory cycle counts and discrepancy investigations preferred.
• Strong computer skills and experience with ERP systems (Epicor preferred).
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Record inventory transactions in the ERP system (receipts, issues, returns, transfers).
• Perform cycle counts and compare with system records; document discrepancies.
• Investigate discrepancies and obtain approvals before adjustments.
• Receive, verify, and store incoming materials; check for damage.
• Unload, label, and store materials; ensure locations match records.
• Pull and stage parts for production jobs per work orders and schedules.
• Pick and prepare parts for customer orders for timely shipments.
• Replenish storage locations and record material movements.
• Maintain organized inventory areas for accurate counts.
• Assist with physical inventories and audits; research discrepancies.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Communicate shortages and discrepancies to purchasing, production, and shipping.
• Follow all procedures for inventory control, quality standards, and safety.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment per company policy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer skills

Physical stamina

Read/interpret work orders

Inventory accuracy

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epicor

Job description

Thermach is a leading manufacturer of thermal spray equipment, precision parts, and custom turnkey solutions that help manufacturers worldwide improve performance, durability, and productivity. For more than 25 years, Thermach has built its reputation on engineering excellence, innovation, and exceptional customer service, providing high-quality solutions for the aerospace, energy, transportation, medical, and manufacturing industries. With a commitment to quality, advanced manufacturing, and continuous improvement, Thermach offers employees the opportunity to make an impact while working with cutting-edge technology. Behm Consulting, LLC is proud to partner with Thermach to find talented professionals ready to build a rewarding career with an industry leader.

The Material Handler is responsible for efficiently receiving, storing, controlling inventory, and distributing materials throughout the facility. This role ensures that materials are accurately received, stocked, and issued to support production schedules and customer order fulfillment while maintaining inventory accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately and promptly record inventory transactions in the ERP system, including material receipts, issues to production jobs, returns from jobs, and transfers between storage locations.
• Perform scheduled cycle counts, compare physical quantities with system records, and document discrepancies.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies by reviewing material locations, transaction history, and supporting documentation; recommend corrections and obtain required approval before adjusting inventory.
• Receive incoming materials, verify part numbers and quantities against purchase orders and packing slips, and identify damage or discrepancies.
• Unload, label, and store materials in designated locations, ensuring physical locations match inventory records.
• Pull, verify, and stage parts and materials for production jobs according to work orders and schedules.
• Pick, verify, and prepare parts for customer orders to support accurate and timely shipments.
• Replenish production and warehouse storage locations as needed and accurately record related material movements.
• Maintain clearly labeled, organized inventory storage areas to support accurate counts and efficient material retrieval.
• Assist with physical inventories and inventory audits, including recounts and discrepancy research.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Communicate material shortages, receiving discrepancies, and inventory issues to purchasing, production, and shipping personnel.
• Follow all company procedures related to inventory control, quality standards, and workplace safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company policies and safety regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous warehouse, material handling, or inventory control experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, pack slips, and shipping documents.
• Previous experience performing inventory cycle counts, comparing physical quantities to system records, and helping investigate discrepancies required.
• Strong working computer skills required, including accurately entering transactions, looking up inventory, and navigating business software.
• Experience using an inventory management or ERP system to record receipts, material movements, and inventory transactions required; Epicor experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn company software and inventory procedures with training.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform physical tasks throughout the workday.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment.

Thermach is an Equal Opportunity and Aff… Employer. Thermach will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.