Materials Specialist-3rd Shift

Pelican Products, Inc.; Deerfield (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan – with immediate match

Health Savings Account Contribution

Wellness Discount Program

Pet insurance

Onsite Gym

Employee discount program

Referral program

Beautiful New England location

Job summary

Pelican Products, Inc. in South Deerfield, MA is seeking a Materials Specialist to ensure assembly areas have prints, components and supplies, manage work orders, and maintain efficient material flow.

You will print drawings, deliver kits to workstations, replenish Kan Ban buckets, and coordinate with tool crib and shipping teams to minimize delays. The role emphasizes strict safety adherence, the ability to operate machine controls, and following verbal or written instructions.

Qualifications

• Follow established safety procedures and guidelines.
• Able to operate machine controls.
• Able to follow verbal and/or written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure assembly areas have all needed prints, components and supplies to maintain flow of product.
• View current work orders for status and print new orders as needed.
• Print related drawings as specified on the work order.
• Identify and deliver appropriate kits to workstations and fill point of use bowls.
• Retrieve or replace items from tool crib or dispatch to eliminate indirect work.
• Deliver empty Kan Ban buckets to the machine shop for replenishment.
• Make gaskets as needed.
• Transact finished product and deliver to shipping.
• Notify dispatch or appropriate party of shortages or excess parts.
• Call QA for inspection or consultation as required.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety procedures

Machine operation

Follow instructions

Job description

We're Hiring: Materials Specialist

Location: South Deerfield, MA Company: Pelican

Who We Are:

At Pelican, we engineer products that stand up to the world’s toughest conditions—because the people who rely on us do too. For nearly 50 years, we've been a trusted partner for military personnel, first responders, outdoor adventurers, and innovators who push the limits.

With a global presence that includes 11 offices, 4 manufacturing facilities, and 4 custom case centers, we create high-performance protective solutions that ensure our customers can focus on what matters most. Whether it’s transporting critical medical supplies, securing mission-essential equipment, or keeping expedition gear safe, Pelican products are Built to Protect to Equip for the Mission.

At Pelican, your work has a real-world impact. You'll be part of a team driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and the shared belief that when the mission is critical, failure isn’t an option. If you're ready to build something that makes a difference, be part of a team that protects what matters most.

What You'll Do:

• Perform a variety of routine duties to ensure that assembly areas have all needed prints, components and supplies to safely and efficiently maintain the flow of product.
• View all current work orders for their status and print new orders as needed.
• Print all related drawings as specified on the work order.
• Identify and deliver appropriate kits to the workstations and fill point of use bowls as needed.
• Retrieve or replace all items needed from the tool crib or dispatch center to eliminate indirect work for the assemblers.
• Deliver empty Kan Ban buckets to the machine shop for replenishment.
• Make gaskets as needed.
• Transact finished product and deliver to shipping.
• Notify the dispatch center or appropriate party of any parts shortages and/or return extra parts.
• Call QA for inspection or consultation as required.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• Must have the understanding and ability to follow all established safety procedures and guidelines.
• Must be able to operate machine controls.
• Must be able to follow verbal and/or written instructions.

What’s In It For You:

Join a company that truly values its employees! We offer a relaxed and casual work environment, a strong commitment to giving back to communities, and a focus on employee satisfaction. With regular opportunities to share feedback with leadership and structured performance evaluations, we ensure that your voice is heard and your growth is supported.

• Competitive paid time off plans / Holiday pay/extra vacation purchase opportunities
• 401k plan – with immediate match
• Great Benefits – several options including Pet insurance for our animal lovers.
• Health Savings Account Contribution
• Wellness Discount Program
• Global Mental Wellness Program
• Quarterly Employee Celebration Days
• Peer to Peer Recognition Program
• Service Recognition Program
• Amazing employee discount program on Pelican Products, Pelican branded apparel and gear
• Employee referral program – get paid to work with your trusted network.
• Beautiful New England location
• Onsite Gym
• Established reputable brand offering premium products – you’ll be proud to represent Pelican!
• And more…

What You May Be Doing:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be frequently required to execute standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers).
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be frequently required to execute non-standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch).
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Compensation & Benefits:

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets. Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The annual U.S. pay range for this positionis listed below. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on your qualifications, job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. We also offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off, 10 paid holidays per year, medical/dental/vision insurance, company-paid life and disability plans, and matching 401k to eligible employees.

Pelican Products, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.