Material Handler (Temp/Contract)

211 Hydro-Aire Aerospace Corp.; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

401k with match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Burbank, CA is seeking a Material Handler I/II for a temporary/contract role to ensure timely delivery of parts and materials. You will receive, move, store, count, track, issue, and ship materials across production cells, working to meet on-time delivery goals.

The position requires 3–6 years in manufacturing, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with lean principles. Benefits include comprehensive health plans and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes and lean principles.
• Strong math, problem solving, and ability to follow detailed work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory control following work instructions.
• Perform cycle counts and investigate variances.
• Move materials between receiving, production and shipping areas.
• Consult with supervisors to rectify problems such as damages or shortages.
• Unpack, receive, and stock materials; pack and ship per contract requirements.
• Read work orders to determine material needs for production cells.
• Issue materials to production cells and respond to unplanned issues.
• Support training of coworkers and backfill as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety and ITAR/export rules.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Math skills

Verbal communication

MS Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary: The Material Handler I/II is responsible for receiving, moving, storing, counting, tracking, issuing, and shipping a variety of production parts, materials, and supplies. The production floor relies on this position to provide the right parts and materials at the right time to meet on-time-delivery goals. Please note this is a temporary/contract opportunity. About Crane Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft – delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E’s brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You’ll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Essential Functions:

• Maintain accurate inventory control by following established work instructions and processes.
• Complete the cycle count process for Value Stream; Escalate variances in counts as needed
• Perform root cause investigation on variances in cycle counts
• Move materials to and from receiving, production areas and shipping by hand, using sorting bins and carts, or other equipment
• Consult with others (i.e., supervisors, buyer planners, etc.) to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, and nonconformance to specifications
• Unpack, receive, and stock materials into storeroom location(s); Pack and ship materials in accordance with contract requirements
• Read work orders to determine material and equipment needs for production cell work
• Issue critical materials to production cells
• Respond to unplanned issues with internal customers in a timely manner
• Aid and/or Backfill coworkers, as needed to complete daily tasks
• Change part stocking methods to better facilitate production needs
• Ensure compliance with export compliance rules
• Assist with training new employees and cross training other materials associates
• Capable of supporting more than one value stream
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 3-6 years of relevant manufacturing experience; Previous experience working with manufacturing software tools
• Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods; Familiar with lean principles; Understanding of continuous improvement tools
• Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated outstanding manual dexterity; Demonstrated ability to concentrate on repetitive tasks; Demonstrated ability to accurately follow detailed work instructions; Demonstrated ability to understand standard work instructions; Demonstrated ability to solve routine problems; Math skills to perform basic calculations; Outstanding verbal communication skills; Proficient with MS Office
• Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable in the use of Microscopes

Eligibility Requirement:

This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Working Conditions:

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE. May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes.

Standing: 50-75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Sitting: 25-50% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Lifting (in pounds): up to 35 pounds

Pushing (in pounds): up to 35 pounds

Mental/Visual: use of computer, eye-loop

Workspace: stand up computer workstation and kitting carts

Top Benefits:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities. We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value. In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

Salary Range:

• Material Handler I - $22.90/hr. - $28.22/hr.
• Material Handler II - $25.18/hr. - $31.59/hr.

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us. The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.