Now Hiring for Material Handler II I 1st Shift | 841523 Cerritos , CA 90703

Posted:

09/21/2026

Job Category:

Manufacturing and Production Job Number:

841523

Pay Rate:

$18

• $21 per hour Job Description Material Handler II
• Urgently hiring in Cerritos!

Job Title:

Material Handler II Pay:

$18

• $21 per hour

Hours:

Monday

• Friday, 8:00 AM
• 4:30

PM Start Date:

ASAP Looking for a rewarding opportunity to support manufacturing operations? Join a dynamic team as a Material Handler II in Cerritos and make an impact every day. As a Material Handler II, you'll play a vital role in maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting production schedules, and ensuring seamless shipping and receiving processes. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize workflow, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. What You'll Do As a Material Handler II, you will be responsible for

• Executing all Material Handler I responsibilities with a higher level of accuracy, efficiency, and independence.
• Maintaining inventory integrity through cycle counting, root cause analysis of discrepancies, and corrective actions.
• Investigating, reconciling, and resolving inventory variances with minimal supervision.
• Coordinating material movement across departments including production, inspection, outside processing, and shipping.
• Prioritizing and expediting material requests to support production schedules and customer commitments.
• Ensuring accurate system transactions for all inventory movements (receipts, issues, transfers, and shipments).
• Reviewing and validating work orders, blue cards, and system data to ensure alignment and traceability.
• Overseeing packaging, labeling, and shipping documentation to ensure compliance with customer and carrier requirements.
• Troubleshooting and resolving inbound/outbound shipment issues, including carrier discrepancies and delays.
• Operating and troubleshooting warehouse equipment (e.g., scales, bagging machines, barcode systems).
• Training and mentoring Material Handler I employees on processes, systems, and best practices.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory control, layout optimization, and process flow.
• Assisting in maintaining organization, cleanliness, and 5S standards in stockroom and shipping areas.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with Purchasing, Planning, Quality, and Manufacturing to resolve material-related issues.
• Generating reports and providing data to support inventory audits, KPIs, and management reviews. What You'll Bring The ideal candidate for this role will have
• 2-3 years of stockroom, warehouse, or material handling experience.
• Experience with inventory control, cycle counting, and discrepancy resolution required.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or aerospace/defense environment preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Conversational in any other language is a plus. Why Join Us in Cerritos?
• Grow your skills in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment.
• Enjoy competitive pay and opportunities for career development.
• Work with a team committed to quality and continuous improvement.
• Benefits offered by the employer once hired permanently.
• Enjoy affordable health and prescription coverage with no waiting period. Location & Schedule This position is on-site in Cerritos and offers Monday
• Friday, 8:00 AM
• 4:30 PM.

Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're ready to start a rewarding career as a Material Handler II in Cerritos, apply today or contact our recruiting team to learn more. Don't wait, we're hiring now! Let our local Helpmates recruiters help you reach your career goals. At Helpmates, we do the hard work and don't stop until you're hired! We specialize in connecting job seekers with opportunities that fit their skills and career goals. Whether you're looking to grow in your current field or explore a new path, we're here to help you every step of the way.

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