Material Handler / Production Line Support

HW Staffing Solutions; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HW Staffing Solutions is seeking a Material Handler / Production Line Support (Water Spider) to keep production lines stocked with materials, components, and supplies. The role involves frequent walking and material movement throughout the shift in a fast-paced environment.

You'll deliver materials to workstations, replenish inventory via Kanban, monitor levels, and stage items for upcoming runs. Prior manufacturing or warehouse experience is preferred, with a focus on SOP adherence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, material handling, or production experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Familiarity with Kanban, Lean Manufacturing, or 5S is a plus.
• Basic computer or inventory system skills.
• Ability to follow SOPs and written work instructions.
• Dependable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the entire shift.
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver raw materials and components to production workstations.
• Replenish inventory using Kanban signals and established routes.
• Monitor material levels and prevent production shortages.
• Stage materials and tools for upcoming production runs and changeovers.
• Remove empty containers, packaging, scrap, and finished goods.
• Communicate material shortages or quality concerns to Warehouse and Production teams.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas following 5S standards.
• Assist with production or assembly when needed.

Skills

Material handling

Inventory management

Kanban

Lean manufacturing

5S

SOP compliance

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Material Handler / Production Line Support (Water Spider)

We’re hiring a Material Handler / Production Line Support Associate to keep production lines stocked with the materials, components, and supplies needed to operate efficiently. This is an active, fast-paced position that requires frequent walking and material movement throughout the shift.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver raw materials and components to production workstations


• Replenish inventory using Kanban signals and established routes


• Monitor material levels and prevent production shortages


• Stage materials and tools for upcoming production runs and changeovers


• Remove empty containers, packaging, scrap, and finished goods


• Communicate material shortages or quality concerns to Warehouse and Production teams


• Maintain clean and organized work areas following 5S standards


• Assist with production or assembly when needed

What We’re Looking For

• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, material handling, or production experience


• High school diploma or GED


• Familiarity with Kanban, Lean Manufacturing, or 5S is a plus


• Basic computer or inventory system skills


• Ability to follow SOPs and written work instructions


• Dependable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment


• Ability to stand and walk throughout the entire shift


• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 25 lbs.

If you have material handling or manufacturing experience and enjoy staying active throughout your shift, #INDSutton