Material Handler Manger; Bilingual- El Mirage
Listed on 2026-03-05
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Manufacturing / Production
Operations Manager, Material Handler
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Job DescriptionPosition Overview:
The Material Handler Manager is responsible for leading the receiving and material handling operations to ensure accurate inventory management, efficient material flow, and uninterrupted support of production and hub operations.
This role oversees daily warehouse operations, supervises material handling personnel, drives safety compliance, and partners cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Production, Finance, and Quality teams to maintain operational excellence.
Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
- Manage and develop the material handling team to execute daily receiving, staging, stocking, and transfer activities.
- Ensure all inbound materials are received accurately, inspected appropriately, and entered into the system in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate inventory control through cycle counts, system discipline, and warehouse organization.
- Lead execution of monthly physical inventories, ensuring accurate counts and disciplined counting processes.
- Partner with Supply Specialists to review variances, investigate discrepancies, and support timely reconciliation and system adjustments.
- Coordinate dock scheduling and prioritize material flow to prevent production disruption.
- Monitor and improve warehouse organization, storage layout, and floor space utilization.
- Partner with Supply Chain and Production teams to align material availability with production schedules.
- Lead daily start-up meetings to review workload, staffing, safety topics, and operational priorities.
- Identify bottlenecks in receiving or material staging and implement corrective actions.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory accuracy, dock efficiency, and material handling processes.
- Ensure compliance with all safety standards, OSHA regulations, and company safety policies.
- Maintain material handling equipment and coordinate repairs as needed.
- Monitor staffing levels and communicate labor needs, scheduling adjustments, and overtime requirements.
- Support new hub launches or operational expansions with material staging and logistics coordination.
- Promote accountability, teamwork, and high standards of performance within the material handling team.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications, physical demands and work environmental characteristics listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully perform the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or
Experience:
High School Diploma or GED required.
3-5 years of warehouse, logistics, or material handling experience required.
Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills strongly required.
Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
Travel:
None
Computer
Skills:
Proficiency with Microsoft® Word, Excel and Outlook software applications.
Ability to analyze inventory data and operational metrics to drive improvements.
Will be expected to develop proficiency in Avanti software (i.e. Fene Vision, etc.) and be/become familiar with Apple iOS.
Communication
Skills:
Excellent verbal and written English language skills are required. Ability to effectively communicate with warehouse personnel, Supply Specialists, production leadership, and executive team members. Must demonstrate professional communication, conflict resolution skills, and the ability to provide clear direction.
Professional
Skills:
Must be a team player with a strong desire to lead, develop, and grow others. Must be pro‑active, self‑disciplined, self‑motivated, and have a demonstrated ability to follow projects through to completion. Attention to detail is required. Must be able to demonstrate organizational skills, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Must be able to develop trust, respect, and credibility across departments. Must be able to investigate issues and resolve conflicts in the best interest of the business and our customers.
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