Materials Clerk

Cates Control Systems, Inc.

Wylie (TX)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 28,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cates Control Systems, Inc. is seeking a dependable Materials Clerk in Wylie, TX to support production with organized inventory and efficient material flow.

The role involves operating a forklift, moving materials between Wylie and Plano, and ensuring accurate ERP transactions. CDL is a strong plus; lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods are required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
1+ year of warehouse, inventory, materials, shipping/receiving, or manufacturing support experience preferred.
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
Forklift operating experience required.
Ability to safely drive a company truck between Wylie and Plano offices.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly.
Comfortable standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing, and handling materials throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

Maintain clean, organized, and accurate inventory, receiving, and WIP areas.
Pull, issue, and stage parts and materials for production jobs.
Support production technicians with material requests and inventory needs.
Receive, inspect, verify, and process incoming shipments.
Ensure all inventory transactions are completed correctly within the ERP system.
Store incoming materials in correct inventory locations and job bins.
Tag and organize project materials by job number.
Prepare outgoing sales orders, pull line items, and print packing slips.
Research and resolve inventory discrepancies and material shortages.
Process returned materials back into stock or coordinate supplier returns.
Conduct weekly cycle counts and maintain inventory accuracy.
Safely operate a forklift to move materials.
Drive a company truck periodically between Wylie and Plano offices to transport parts and materials.
Assist with general warehouse upkeep and safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Cycle counting

Shipping/receiving

Material staging

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system usage

Basic data entry

Job description

Description

Cates Control Systems is seeking a dependable, organized, and motivated Materials Clerk to join our growing team in Wylie, TX. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced warehouse and manufacturing environment, enjoys staying organized, and takes pride in supporting production operations with accuracy and efficiency.

This position plays a critical role in keeping our operations running smoothly by managing inventory, supporting production teams, and transporting materials between our Wylie and Plano facilities. If you have warehouse experience, forklift skills, and enjoy hands‑on work with variety in your day, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Purpose:

The Materials Clerk is responsible for maintaining organized inventory and warehouse operations while supporting production needs and ensuring timely movement of materials throughout the company. This position will also operate a company vehicle periodically to transport materials between our Wylie and Plano, TX offices.

Candidates with prior warehouse, inventory, shipping/receiving, or logistics experience are encouraged to apply. Forklift experience is required, and CDL experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities:

Maintain clean, organized, and accurate inventory, receiving, and WIP (Work in Progress) areas
Pull, issue, and stage parts and materials for production jobs
Support production technicians with material requests and inventory needs
Receive, inspect, verify, and accurately process incoming shipments
Ensure all inventory transactions are completed correctly within the ERP system
Store incoming materials in correct inventory locations and job bins
Tag and organize project materials by job number
Prepare outgoing sales orders, pull line items, and print packing slips
Research and resolve inventory discrepancies and material shortages
Process returned materials back into stock or coordinate supplier returns
Conduct weekly cycle counts and maintain inventory accuracy
Safely operate a forklift to move materials throughout the warehouse
Drive a company truck periodically between the Wylie and Plano offices to transport parts, materials, and equipment
Assist with general warehouse upkeep, including trash and recycling removal
Follow company safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment

Measurements:

Accurate inventory levels and counts maintained
Accurate Put‑Away of materials
Production tasks acknowledged and completed
Safe and reliable transportation of materials between facilities

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent
1+ year of warehouse, inventory, materials, shipping/receiving, or manufacturing support experience preferred
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Forklift operating experience required
Ability to safely drive a company truck between office locations
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly
Comfortable standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing, and handling materials throughout the workday

Soft Skills:

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Time management and ability to prioritize tasks
Dependability and accountability
Effective written and verbal communication
Team‑oriented mindset
Problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities
Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment

Hard Skills:

Forklift operation and warehouse material handling
Inventory control and cycle counting
ERP system usage and inventory transactions
Shipping and receiving processes
Material staging and job tracking
Safe operation of company vehicles/trucks
Basic computer and data entry skills
Packing slip and sales order processing
Inventory discrepancy resolution

More About Us

Cates Control Systems was founded over 40 years ago and is a systems integration company that partners with manufacturing firms to develop and implement automation solutions to increase production, improve quality and reduce costs. Our customers are extremely diverse and spread all over North America (and a few internationally). Our customers make roofing shingles, fry potato chips, roast coffee, process poultry and beef, distill water, bottle apple juice, and ship all over the world.

Cates is committed to delivering quality solutions that we stand behind through service and support. Our vision is to positively impact the lives of others. We are a fun, friendly company with a strong family atmosphere and 12 core principles that guide us at every step in our success. Our culture is firmly rooted in the values of honesty, integrity, commitment, and reliability. To learn more, please visit us at www.cates.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour

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