Warehousing & distribution

Material handler

MATERIAL HANDLER.

east providence, rhode island

Posted 8/25/2026

Closes 11/30/2026 Job details Summary Spherion

$19.00 per hour

Temp to Perm

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Industry

warehousing & distribution (Transportation and Material Moving Occupations)

Reference number

S_179651

We are seeking a reliable Material Handler to support daily manufacturing operations by ensuring production departments have the materials and inventory they need. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail, basic computer skills, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

Gather and distribute materials from inventory to various departments.

Pick parts and materials for production orders.

Prepare materials for stock requisitions from Sales and other departments.

Receive completed materials into inventory and store them safely in designated locations.

Enter inventory transactions into the computer system accurately.

Print inventory documents, labels, and other required paperwork.

Use inventory software to check part status, availability, and history.

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Communicate effectively with team members and other departments.

Identify potential issues and provide feedback or suggestions for improving procedures.

Follow all safety rules, company policies, and established procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Working hours:

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM ...

Skills:

1???3 months of related material handling, warehouse, inventory, or manufacturing experience

Experience using inventory software

Experience picking materials or parts for production orders

Experience receiving, labeling, and storing inventory

Familiarity with inventory transactions and documentation

Ability to identify inventory issues and communicate them to supervisors

Previous experience working in a team-based manufacturing environment

Education:

High School Experience:

1-4 years

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

Ability to read and understand safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals

Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally

Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment

Ability to maintain accurate inventory records

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key responsibilities Gather and distribute materials from inventory to various departments.

Pick parts and materials for production orders.

Prepare materials for stock requisitions from Sales and other departments.

Receive completed materials into inventory and store them safely in designated locations.

Enter inventory transactions into the computer system accurately.

Print inventory documents, labels, and other required paperwork.

Use inventory software to check part status, availability, and history.

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Communicate effectively with team members and other departments.

Identify potential issues and provide feedback or suggestions for improving procedures.

Follow all safety rules, company policies, and established procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned. experience 1-4 years skills 1???3 months of related material handling, warehouse, inventory, or manufacturing experienceExperience using inventory softwareExperience picking materials or parts for production ordersExperience receiving, labeling, and storing inventoryFamiliarity with inventory transactions and documentationAbility to identify inventory issues and communicate them to supervisorsPrevious experience working in a team-based manufacturing environment qualifications High School Diploma or GEDAbility to read and understand safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manualsBasic computer skillsBasic math skills, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimalsAbility to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructionsAbility to lift up to 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionallyAbility to work safely in a manufacturing environmentAbility to maintain accurate inventory recordsGood attention to detail education High School share this job.

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