Material Handler lll (O3)

Applied Materials; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Austin, TX seeks a Material Coordinator to manage daily stores activities, receive parts, and update inventory records. You will work with Oracle and SAP systems to ensure timely material availability for manufacturing, while adhering to safety protocols and PPE requirements.

The role involves lifting and standing for long periods, coordinating with vendors, and supporting manufacturing floor movements.

Qualifications

• Physically demanding role requiring standing for extended periods.
• Experience reading and updating inventory records and reports.
• Familiarity with warehouse safety procedures and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes daily stores activities and may perform satellite receiving.
• Investigates inquiries, cycle counts, and non-conformances; updates records.
• Receives parts and updates inventory; may transact in Oracle, SAP, or other systems.
• Coordinates processing of non-conformances and prepares material for cleanroom delivery.
• Moves stock as needed; replenishes bins and regulates material movement to floor.
• Reviews MRP for upcoming work orders and expedites material from vendors.
• Trains or certifies other Material Coordinators and follows documented processes.
• Operates powered industrial vehicles and may drive a van/truck if needed; adheres to safety standards.

Skills

Inventory management

Oracle/SAP experience

Material handling

Shipping/receiving

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next‑generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next‑generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Salary: $20.00 - $27.50

Location: Austin,TX

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Prioritizes daily stores activities. May perform satellite receiving functions. May perform materials pick‑up or drop‑off at vendor sites (requiring the use of a van or truck).
• Investigates customer inquiries, cycle count discrepancies and non‑conformances. Performs cycle count to verify and maintain inventory. Locates, audits, and transfers kits or materials as required in preparation for shipment.
• Receives parts and updates inventory records or shortage reports; may perform transactions in Oracle, SAP, or other inventory systems. Verifies vendor delivery before accepting parts and/or inventory. May monitor, update and maintain shortage reports including review of work orders.
• Coordinates processing of non‑conformances. Regulates and prepares material for delivery to the cleanroom environment.
• Under direction from management, prevents accumulation of excess material. Moves stock as required. In a manufacturing environment, may replenish empty line‑side bins and/or regulate material movement to the manufacturing floor.
• Reviews M.R.P. for upcoming work order, project status, and W.I.P. Expedites receipt of materials from vendors/suppliers.
• Trains / certifies other Material Coordinators as required. Follows documented business processes. Under direction from supervisor, purges stock of excess and obsolete material. Takes action necessary to rework, transfer, or scrap these items.
• Operates powered industrial vehicles as assigned; may operate pallet jack, electric pallet jack and/or forklift. May drive a van or truck if necessary, or operate overhead crane. Adheres to all safety standards and protocols; participates in addressing safety concerns.

Other Requirements

This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts. Additionally, because this position may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Functional Knowledge

• Has developed proficiency in a range of processes or procedures to carry out assigned tasks

Business Expertise

• Has a basic understanding of how the team integrates with others

Leadership

• May provide informal guidance and support to more junior team members

Problem Solving

• Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on existing precedents or procedures

Impact

• Impacts the quality of own work and its contribution to the team

Interpersonal Skills

• Uses communication skills to regularly exchange information

Additional Information

Time Type

Full time

Employee Type

Assignee / Regular

Travel

Relocation Eligible

No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited under law.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at [e-mail], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.