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Material Handler III (Contract)Novanta • Irvine, CA
Material Handler III (Contract)

Material Handler III (Contract)

Novanta • Irvine, CA
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Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing.

Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta.

Job Summary

As a Senior Material Handler, you will play a key role in overseeing the movement, storage, and flow of materials within our warehouse and production environment. You will ensure materials are received, stored, distributed, and delivered accurately and on time to support production schedules. This role also supports process improvements, inventory accuracy, and the training and development of junior material handlers.

Key Responsibilities

Material Handling & Distribution

  • Receive, store, stage, and distribute materials in accordance with production schedules and operational needs.
  • Maintain accurate inventory levels and ensure all materials are properly labeled, tracked, and stored.
  • Operate material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks) safely and efficiently.
  • Coordinate material movement between warehouse and production areas to minimize downtime.

Inventory & Process Management

  • Maintain receiving, warehousing, and distribution procedures to ensure material flow efficiency.
  • Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance material handling processes.
  • Monitor key performance indicators, including : Inventory Turnover RateReceiving AccuracyBackorder RateWeeks on Hand
  • Perform routine cycle counts and participate in inventory audits to support accuracy and compliance.

    • Leadership & Training

  • Train, mentor, and support less‑experienced material handlers.
  • Promote a culture of safety, accuracy, and teamwork within the warehouse.
  • Provide input to leadership regarding workflow improvements and training needs.

    • Experience & Skills

  • Experience in material handling, warehousing, logistics, or a related field.
  • Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks (certification preferred).
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately complete documentation and verify inventory data.
  • Ability to follow instructions, adhere to procedures, and identify discrepancies or errors proactively.
  • Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods.

    • Competencies

  • Action Oriented :  Thrives in a fast‑paced environment; takes initiative with minimal planning; acts quickly on opportunities.
  • Collaborative Team Player :  Seeks input from others, works effectively across functions, practices humility, and builds trust through transparency and integrity.
  • Interpersonal Influence :  Skilled in communication, conflict resolution, and cross-functional coordination.
  • Learning on the Fly :  Adapts quickly when facing new challenges; continuously learns; experiments to find solutions; embraces change and improvement.

    • Compensation & Benefits

  • The base pay for this position is $46,420.00 to $74,250.00 per year depending on the geographic market.
  • Dependent on the position offered, annual bonuses and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of the compensation package.
  • Novanta supports all aspects of your life’s needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.

    • Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

    Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.

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