Materials Associate| Full-Time | 6am - 2:30pm

Electronic Systems, Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical options

Dental

Vision

Long-Term Disability

AFLAC supplemental plans

401(k) match

Company-paid Life/AD&D

Job summary

Electronic Systems Inc. in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Materials Associate to support production by ensuring materials are accurate, available, and properly tracked.

You will count, stage, issue materials, enter data in our Business Management Software System, receive inbound stock, and keep storage areas clean and safe. This hands-on role requires lifting up to 30 pounds, forklift readiness, and dependable attendance as you collaborate with buyers and production teams to meet customer

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Willingness to become forklift certified.
• Ability to legally drive company vehicles with a valid South Dakota driver’s license and current auto insurance.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with business or inventory software systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Dependable attendance and a positive, team focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Count, stage, and issue materials for production jobs using our scheduling system.
• Fill material requisitions and accurately enter item numbers and quantities into our Business Management Software System.
• Receive incoming materials, tag product, and place items into stock.
• Restock overages from completed jobs and transfer materials as needed.
• Communicate with buyers and production teams regarding part shortages.
• Issue materials listed on shortage sheets when items are received.
• Ship outgoing products using customer selected carriers and print shipping labels as required.
• Perform inventory counts and maintain accurate records.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe stock and storage areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift certification

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Basic computer skills

Dependable attendance

Valid SD driver's license

Inventory software familiarity

Tools

Business Management Software System

Inventory software

Job description

Join Our Team at Electronic Systems Inc. – Apply Today!

Keep Production Moving. Be the Backbone of Our Operation.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: 6am – 2:30pm

About Us

At Electronic Systems Inc. (ESI), a contract manufacturing company, we build lasting partnerships with our customers by delivering products Done Right, On Time, backed by Legendary Service. We assemble and deliver complex electronic products that power industries across the globe. Our success is driven by our people, innovators who work together to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently every day.

As a Materials Associate, you play a critical role in supporting production by ensuring materials are accurate, available, and properly tracked. Your work directly impacts our ability to meet customer commitments and maintain a safe, organized operation.

What You’ll Do

• Count, stage, and issue materials for production jobs using our scheduling system.
• Fill material requisitions and accurately enter item numbers and quantities into our Business Management Software System.
• Receive incoming materials, tag product, and place items into stock.
• Restock overages from completed jobs and transfer materials as needed.
• Communicate with buyers and production teams regarding part shortages.
• Issue materials listed on shortage sheets when items are received.
• Ship outgoing products using customer selected carriers and print shipping labels as required.
• Perform inventory counts and maintain accurate records.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe stock and storage areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Willingness to become forklift certified.
• Ability to legally drive company vehicles with a valid South Dakota driver’s license and current auto insurance.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with business or inventory software systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Dependable attendance and a positive, team focused attitude.

Physical & Work Environment

This role is active and hands on. You will spend time standing, walking, lifting, and moving materials throughout the day. Forklift operation and driving company vehicles may be required. Proper PPE is required in designated areas, in accordance with ESI Safety Policy and OSHA standards.

Why ESI

At ESI, we believe in growing our people. We offer career paths built around curiosity, capability, and continuous improvement. Whether it’s leadership development, new certifications, or hands-on training, we’ll help you keep learning and recognize the results you deliver.

Benefits (For Full-Time Employees)

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Three Sanford Health medical options
• Delta Dental of SD
• VSP vision
• Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• AFLAC supplemental plans
• 401(k) match
• Company-paid Life/AD&D

EEO & Accommodations

ESI is an equal opportunity employer. Federal law obligates us to provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and associates, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please let us know.

Ready to Get Started?

We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to the Electronic Systems Inc. team!

Federal law obligates us to provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of our associates, unless to do so would pose an undue hardship. Please let us know if you need an accommodation to complete these listed essential duties. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work performed. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required.