{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"9ea78a73eccad080bfe979b0","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9ea78a73eccad080bfe979b0","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9ea78a73eccad080bfe979b0","title":"Material Handler","description":"Material HandlerAt Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.\nThe Material Handler is responsible for, but not limited to, the paperwork required for all inbound/outbound loads. Liaison with the customers as needed to ensure timely scheduling of customer shipping requirements. Responsible for the scheduling as well as coordination of all outbound shipments adhering to plant standards and upholding the Magna Employee's Charter. Responsible for picking, sequencing, and moving production parts within the plant; and ensures production line has the correct parts for production in a timely manner. Performs cycle counting to verify the accuracy of inventory records to the actual on-hand inventory. Coordinates and oversees the monthly inventory to ensure the accuracy of the perpetual inventory and the month-end close. Maintains the cycle-counting processes and procedures.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nIn SAP, create and manage assigned parts and their respective suppliers from cradle to grave.\nIssue Releases to supply base and monitor on time delivery, while managing external stakeholder relations.\nAnalyze MRP weekly / daily, monitoring inventory levels in accordance with Customer demand and PFEP parameters.\nComplete SAP Health checks, as required.\nAssist in maintaining job related work instruction & forms in company document control software.\nMonitoring and managing inventory levels: This involves tracking inventory levels, analyzing demand patterns, and identifying any discrepancies or shortages.\nForecasting and planning: An inventory analyst uses historical data and demand forecasting techniques to project future inventory needs. They develop inventory strategies to optimize stock levels and minimize inventory carrying costs.\nAnalyzing inventory data: This includes analyzing inventory turnover, aging, and other performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement, such as reducing excess inventory or implementing just-in-time (JIT) inventory practices.\nConducting inventory audits: Inventory analysts perform regular audits to ensure accuracy of inventory records and identify any variances between actual physical inventory and reported inventory levels. They may also assist with inventory replenishment and cycle counting activities.\nCollaborating with cross-functional teams: Inventory analysts work closely with other departments such as procurement, sales, and production to ensure alignment in inventory planning and execution. They also collaborate with suppliers to maintain accurate inventory records.\nManaging incoming and outgoing shipments: This involves coordinating and scheduling shipments, ensuring proper packaging and documentation, and accurately recording shipment details.\nCoordinate transportation of production material from suppliers as needed in support of established production requirements, minimizing the cost of freight for assigned suppliers.\nThe material handler oversees the day-to-day operations of the shipping and receiving department, including assigning tasks to personnel, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and resolving any issues or delays that may arise.\nInventory management: The coordinator is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, tracking stock levels, and conducting regular inventory counts to reconcile any discrepancies. They may also assist with inventory replenishment and cycle counting activities.\nCoordinating with carriers and suppliers: The shipping and receiving coordinator communicates with carriers and suppliers to coordinate transportation logistics, resolve delivery issues, and ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods. They may also negotiate freight rates and manage relationships with shipping partners.\nManaging paperwork and documentation: The coordinator is responsible for verifying shipping/receiving documentation, such as bills of lading, invoices, and customs documents. They ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and maintain organized records for auditing purposes.\nReceiving and inspecting incoming materials: Material handlers receive and inspect incoming shipments to ensure accuracy and quality. They compare received items against purchase orders and packing slips, report any discrepancies or damages, and ensure proper storage or distribution of the materials.\nStoring and organizing materials: Material handlers are responsible for storing materials in designated locations, ensuring proper labeling and identification. They organize inventory to maximize space efficiency and facilitate easy retrieval.\nRetrieving and distributing materials: Material handlers fulfill requests for materials from different departments or workstations within the organization. They ensure timely delivery and proper documentation of materials to the requested areas.\nOperating material handling equipment: Material handlers operate various equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hoists to move materials within the facility. They ensure safe operation of equipment, maintain equipment maintenance logs, and report any malfunctions or safety hazards.\nFollowing safety protocols: Material handlers adhere to safety guidelines and procedures to prevent accidents or injuries during material handling activities. They use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and report any safety concerns to supervisors.\nQualifications:\nTo perform this job successfully; an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nEducation/Special Knowledge/Experience:\nBasic: Grade 12 education and a minimum of 3 years of Materials experience in an automotive JIT environment.\nPreferred: Previous supervisory experience, strong computer skills, post-secondary education and a valid lift truck license. SAP experience an asset.\nExcellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. Working knowledge of continuous improvement processes/lean manufacturing concepts, methods, and principles.\nDemonstrated computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office Applications: Word, Excel, etc.).\nGood working knowledge of core tools and customer specific requirements or can learn these requirements within the specified time frame.\nGood knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation and proficiency with Microsoft and other manufacturing related software.\nAdditional Knowledge/Training:\nPPAP\nPedestrian Safety Awareness\nAPQP\nPersonal Protective Equipment\n8D's\nErgonomics\nInterpersonal Communication\nSafety Signs Awareness\nHazardous Communication\nHealth and Safety Requirements:\nProvide administrative support to the Company health, safety and environmental objectives and support the company's health and safety directives to provide a safe and healthful workplace for all employees, this includes:\nEnsure a safe working environment by observing safe work practices and by following all safety policies and procedures.\nRegulatory compliance with local, state and federal legislations.\nEstablishing plant-wide measurable and goals that meet or exceed industry standards, and are monitored, tracked and audited on a regular basis and communicated to employees.\nRecognition of accomplishments/milestones in the areas of safety, environmental, ergonomics and employee wellness.\nDevelopment of effective programs that increase employee awareness and involvement in the areas of safety, environmental, ergonomics and employee wellness.\nAccountability of supervisors for enforcing safety rules and implementing the necessary training and corrective actions to ensure proper focus on established objectives.\nEnsure adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards.\nRespond immediately to items brought to his/her attention with respect to hazards, defects or non-compliance issues.\nTaking appropriate corrective action when substandard performance is observed.\nPhysical Demands:\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nMay be required to sit and/or stand in excess of 6 hours.\nMay be required to lift, push and/or pull up to 40 pounds.\nAble to conduct normal amount of work at a computer.\nAverage mobility to move around a manufacturing environment.\nAwareness, Unity, Empowerment:At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.","company":"Magna","rawCompany":"magna","city":"New Troy","state":"MI","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-31T04:05:18.740Z","occupations":[{"code":"43-5071.00","title":"Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks","slug":"shipping-receiving-and-inventory-clerks"},{"code":"53-7062.00","title":"Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand","slug":"laborers-and-freight-stock-and-material-movers-hand"},{"code":"43-5061.00","title":"Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks","slug":"production-planning-and-expediting-clerks"}],"industries":[{"code":"336350","title":"Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing","slug":"motor-vehicle-transmission-and-power-train-parts-manufacturing"},{"code":"336310","title":"Motor Vehicle Gasoline Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing","slug":"motor-vehicle-gasoline-engine-and-engine-parts-manufacturing"},{"code":"423120","title":"Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts Merchant Wholesalers","slug":"motor-vehicle-supplies-and-new-parts-merchant-wholesalers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Material Handler","description":"Material HandlerAt Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.\nThe Material Handler is responsible for, but not limited to, the paperwork required for all inbound/outbound loads. Liaison with the customers as needed to ensure timely scheduling of customer shipping requirements. Responsible for the scheduling as well as coordination of all outbound shipments adhering to plant standards and upholding the Magna Employee's Charter. Responsible for picking, sequencing, and moving production parts within the plant; and ensures production line has the correct parts for production in a timely manner. Performs cycle counting to verify the accuracy of inventory records to the actual on-hand inventory. Coordinates and oversees the monthly inventory to ensure the accuracy of the perpetual inventory and the month-end close. Maintains the cycle-counting processes and procedures.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nIn SAP, create and manage assigned parts and their respective suppliers from cradle to grave.\nIssue Releases to supply base and monitor on time delivery, while managing external stakeholder relations.\nAnalyze MRP weekly / daily, monitoring inventory levels in accordance with Customer demand and PFEP parameters.\nComplete SAP Health checks, as required.\nAssist in maintaining job related work instruction & forms in company document control software.\nMonitoring and managing inventory levels: This involves tracking inventory levels, analyzing demand patterns, and identifying any discrepancies or shortages.\nForecasting and planning: An inventory analyst uses historical data and demand forecasting techniques to project future inventory needs. They develop inventory strategies to optimize stock levels and minimize inventory carrying costs.\nAnalyzing inventory data: This includes analyzing inventory turnover, aging, and other performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement, such as reducing excess inventory or implementing just-in-time (JIT) inventory practices.\nConducting inventory audits: Inventory analysts perform regular audits to ensure accuracy of inventory records and identify any variances between actual physical inventory and reported inventory levels. They may also assist with inventory replenishment and cycle counting activities.\nCollaborating with cross-functional teams: Inventory analysts work closely with other departments such as procurement, sales, and production to ensure alignment in inventory planning and execution. They also collaborate with suppliers to maintain accurate inventory records.\nManaging incoming and outgoing shipments: This involves coordinating and scheduling shipments, ensuring proper packaging and documentation, and accurately recording shipment details.\nCoordinate transportation of production material from suppliers as needed in support of established production requirements, minimizing the cost of freight for assigned suppliers.\nThe material handler oversees the day-to-day operations of the shipping and receiving department, including assigning tasks to personnel, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and resolving any issues or delays that may arise.\nInventory management: The coordinator is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, tracking stock levels, and conducting regular inventory counts to reconcile any discrepancies. They may also assist with inventory replenishment and cycle counting activities.\nCoordinating with carriers and suppliers: The shipping and receiving coordinator communicates with carriers and suppliers to coordinate transportation logistics, resolve delivery issues, and ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods. They may also negotiate freight rates and manage relationships with shipping partners.\nManaging paperwork and documentation: The coordinator is responsible for verifying shipping/receiving documentation, such as bills of lading, invoices, and customs documents. They ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and maintain organized records for auditing purposes.\nReceiving and inspecting incoming materials: Material handlers receive and inspect incoming shipments to ensure accuracy and quality. They compare received items against purchase orders and packing slips, report any discrepancies or damages, and ensure proper storage or distribution of the materials.\nStoring and organizing materials: Material handlers are responsible for storing materials in designated locations, ensuring proper labeling and identification. They organize inventory to maximize space efficiency and facilitate easy retrieval.\nRetrieving and distributing materials: Material handlers fulfill requests for materials from different departments or workstations within the organization. They ensure timely delivery and proper documentation of materials to the requested areas.\nOperating material handling equipment: Material handlers operate various equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hoists to move materials within the facility. They ensure safe operation of equipment, maintain equipment maintenance logs, and report any malfunctions or safety hazards.\nFollowing safety protocols: Material handlers adhere to safety guidelines and procedures to prevent accidents or injuries during material handling activities. They use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and report any safety concerns to supervisors.\nQualifications:\nTo perform this job successfully; an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nEducation/Special Knowledge/Experience:\nBasic: Grade 12 education and a minimum of 3 years of Materials experience in an automotive JIT environment.\nPreferred: Previous supervisory experience, strong computer skills, post-secondary education and a valid lift truck license. SAP experience an asset.\nExcellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. Working knowledge of continuous improvement processes/lean manufacturing concepts, methods, and principles.\nDemonstrated computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office Applications: Word, Excel, etc.).\nGood working knowledge of core tools and customer specific requirements or can learn these requirements within the specified time frame.\nGood knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation and proficiency with Microsoft and other manufacturing related software.\nAdditional Knowledge/Training:\nPPAP\nPedestrian Safety Awareness\nAPQP\nPersonal Protective Equipment\n8D's\nErgonomics\nInterpersonal Communication\nSafety Signs Awareness\nHazardous Communication\nHealth and Safety Requirements:\nProvide administrative support to the Company health, safety and environmental objectives and support the company's health and safety directives to provide a safe and healthful workplace for all employees, this includes:\nEnsure a safe working environment by observing safe work practices and by following all safety policies and procedures.\nRegulatory compliance with local, state and federal legislations.\nEstablishing plant-wide measurable and goals that meet or exceed industry standards, and are monitored, tracked and audited on a regular basis and communicated to employees.\nRecognition of accomplishments/milestones in the areas of safety, environmental, ergonomics and employee wellness.\nDevelopment of effective programs that increase employee awareness and involvement in the areas of safety, environmental, ergonomics and employee wellness.\nAccountability of supervisors for enforcing safety rules and implementing the necessary training and corrective actions to ensure proper focus on established objectives.\nEnsure adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards.\nRespond immediately to items brought to his/her attention with respect to hazards, defects or non-compliance issues.\nTaking appropriate corrective action when substandard performance is observed.\nPhysical Demands:\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nMay be required to sit and/or stand in excess of 6 hours.\nMay be required to lift, push and/or pull up to 40 pounds.\nAble to conduct normal amount of work at a computer.\nAverage mobility to move around a manufacturing environment.\nAwareness, Unity, Empowerment:At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.","datePosted":"2026-07-31T04:05:18.740Z","dateModified":"2026-07-31T04:05:18.740Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Magna","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"New Troy","addressRegion":"MI","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"9ea78a73eccad080bfe979b0"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9ea78a73eccad080bfe979b0"}}