Materials Specialist

Panelmatic Inc.; Brookfield Center (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and Vision

HSA

Term life

AD&D

STD

LTD

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

PTO & holidays

Career advancement

Competitive wages

Job summary

Panelmatic, Inc. is seeking a Material Specialist to accurately receive and store materials, distribute items to production, and maintain inventory integrity for efficient operations on the production floor.

The role relies on forklift operation, ERP system usage, and strong attention to detail. You will contribute to safety, accuracy, and timeliness in a fast-paced warehouse environment, with overtime or weekend hours possible based on production needs.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in warehouse or manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with computers and basic software
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and examine incoming materials for accuracy against POs and shipping documents.
• Store materials in designated areas using material-handling equipment and update locations.
• Retrieve materials for various jobs and distribute items promptly and accurately.
• Maintain up-to-date inventory records in the ERP system.
• Move materials safely throughout the warehouse to the production line.
• Follow safety procedures and operating protocols for lifting and equipment.
• Participate in monthly cycle counts and annual physical inventory processes.
• Keep warehouse and work areas clean, organized, and compliant with standards.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Suite

Inventory systems

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP system

Job description

About Us:

Panelmatic, Inc. was founded in 1957 in Youngstown, OH to serve manufacturing industries with the design and build of custom electrical, instrument, and pneumatic control panels. Our business has sufficiently grown over the years to support expansion for our clients. We have produced control packages for many of America's top corporations in the chemical, data center, environmental, food & beverage, pulp & paper, material handling, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, renewables, metals, and utility markets. We also deliver equipment for use worldwide. Our rigorous methodology assures compliance with domestic and international standards. We can meet the needs of our diverse clientele from start to finish through sales, design, fabrication, testing, and delivery.

Since 1957, we have been known for our high-quality, custom-built control packages, our comprehensive service, and our technological and manufacturing expertise. This expertise assures you of our ability to handle the largest and most complex packages quickly and efficiently.

Job Summary:

Material Specialist is responsible for accurately receiving and storing material in the proper locations, distributing and issuing material to the job on the production floor in a timely manner. This role ensures that inventory is maintained to ensure accurate counts to keep operations running efficiently.

Job Duties:

• Receive, unload, and examine incoming materials to ensure they meet specified requirements, verifying their accuracy against purchase orders and shipping documents, and reporting any discrepancies.
• Store materials in their designated areas using suitable material-handling equipment (such as forklifts and pallet jacks), and update storage locations as needed.
• Retrieve materials for various jobs and distribute items promptly and accurately.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate inventory records within the ERP system.
• Safely move materials throughout the warehouse to the production line.
• Adhere to safety procedures, including appropriate lifting methods and equipment operation protocols.
• Participate in monthly cycle counts and contribute to the annual physical inventory process.
• Ensure that the warehouse and workspaces are kept clean, organized, and compliant with company and safety standards.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate material-handling equipment (forklift certification).
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory systems and Microsoft Suite.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs. and stand or walk for extended periods (five plus hours).
• Fast-paced warehouse manufacturing setting.
• May require overtime, shift work, or weekend hours dependent on production needs.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and warehouse equipment.

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD
• 100% medical premium paid for by Panelmatic for the employee-only level medical coverage
• 80% paid for by Panelmatic and 20% paid for by the employee on all other level medical coverage (ie employee plus child, employee plus spouse, family)
• 401(k) contributions matched 100% up to 4%
• Scholarships, educational reimbursement, paid volunteerism, and paid personal and professional development provided
• PTO and paid holidays provided
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Family-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years