Material Handler

About the Role

The Material Handler is responsible for day-to-day warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, issuing, inventory control, packing, and shipping of raw materials, components, and finished products.

This position supports the complete material flow from incoming receipt through production and final shipment, ensuring materials are properly identified, stored, traceable, and accurately recorded in the ERP system. The Material Handler works closely with Planning/Purchasing, Production, Quality, Sales, and other departments to ensure materials and products are available and handled safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

1. Receiving & Incoming Materials

·         Receive raw materials, components, supplies, and other goods from suppliers and other company locations.

·         Verify incoming materials against Purchase Orders (PO), packing lists, delivery notes, and other receiving documents.

·         Check quantities, part numbers, descriptions, packaging condition, and other basic receiving requirements.

·         Identify and report shortages, overages, damaged materials, incorrect items, or other discrepancies.

·         Coordinate with Quality for incoming inspection when required.

·         Ensure materials requiring inspection are properly identified and controlled until inspection and acceptance are completed.

·         Complete receiving transactions and maintain accurate receiving records in the ERP system.

·         Organize and maintain receiving documentation for traceability and audit purposes.

2. Material Storage & Warehouse Organization

·         Put away received materials into designated warehouse locations after acceptance.

·         Ensure materials are properly identified, labeled, protected, and stored in appropriate locations.

·         Maintain organized storage locations for raw materials, components, consumables, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods.

·         Maintain proper material segregation and status identification, including accepted, pending inspection, and nonconforming materials.

·         Ensure material traceability is maintained as required.

·         Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization in accordance with 5S and safety requirements.

·         Ensure warehouse space is used effectively and materials can be easily located and retrieved.

3. Material Picking & Production Support

·         Pick and prepare materials and components according to pick lists, production orders, travelers, Bills of Materials (BOM), or other authorized documents.

·         Issue materials to Production according to production requirements and schedules.

·         Verify part numbers, quantities, revisions, and other applicable information before issuing materials.

·         Record material issues, returns, transfers, and other inventory movements accurately in the ERP system.

·         Receive unused or excess materials returned from Production and return them to the appropriate storage locations.

·         Coordinate with Planner/Buyer and Production regarding material shortages or availability issues.

·         Support urgent material requirements to minimize production delays.

4. Inventory Control

·         Maintain accurate physical inventory and ERP inventory records.

·         Perform inventory transactions including receipts, issues, returns, transfers, and adjustments as authorized.

·         Conduct cycle counts and periodic physical inventory counts.

·         Participate in quarterly and annual stock counts when required.

·         Investigate inventory discrepancies and coordinate with relevant departments to resolve differences.

·         Monitor stock conditions and report damaged, unidentified, slow-moving, excess, or obsolete materials.

·         Support FIFO or other applicable inventory control methods.

·         Ensure materials and inventory records remain traceable and accurate.

5. Finished Goods & Packing

·         Receive completed products from Production and verify quantities and identification before storage or shipment.

·         Store finished goods safely in designated locations.

·         Pick finished products according to shipping instructions and customer orders.

·         Pack or crate products appropriately to prevent damage during transportation.

·         Ensure products, accessories, documents, and other required items are complete before shipment.

·         Apply appropriate labels, markings, and shipping identification.

·         Support preparation of packing lists, packing information, dimensions, weights, and other shipping-related information.

·         Take photographs or maintain packing records when required for shipment or quality documentation.

6. Shipping & Logistics Support

·         Prepare products and materials for domestic and international shipments.

·         Coordinate shipment readiness with Sales, Planning, Production, Quality, and other relevant departments.

·         Coordinate with logistics providers, freight forwarders, couriers, and transportation companies for pickup and delivery when required.

·         Load and unload incoming and outgoing materials safely.

·         Verify outgoing quantities, part numbers, packaging, labels, and shipping documents before release.

·         Maintain shipping records and supporting documentation.

·         Complete shipping transactions in the ERP system as required.

·         Track and follow up on shipments when assigned.

·         Report shipping discrepancies, damage, or other issues promptly.

7. Warehouse Equipment & Safety

·         Operate warehouse equipment and common hand tools safely and appropriately.

·         Operate pallet jacks, carts, weighing equipment, and other warehouse equipment as required.

·         Operate a forklift when qualified and authorized.

·         Perform basic checks of warehouse equipment and report damaged or unsafe equipment.

·         Follow company safety procedures and proper material handling practices.

·         Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required.

·         Ensure materials are stacked, stored, and handled safely to prevent injury or product damage.

8. Documentation & ERP

·         Maintain accurate warehouse records and documentation for receiving, inventory, material issues, packing, and shipping.

·         Perform warehouse transactions and data entry accurately and promptly in the ERP system.

·         Maintain proper filing of receiving documents, delivery notes, packing lists, stock count records, and other warehouse documentation.

·         Ensure inventory transactions are completed on time so that ERP records reflect actual physical inventory.

·         Support internal, external, customer, and quality audits by providing warehouse records and demonstrating material traceability when required.

9. General Responsibilities

·         Take ownership of day-to-day warehouse activities and maintain an organized and efficient warehouse operation.

·         Work closely with Planner/Buyer, Production, Quality, Sales, and Accounting to support material and shipment requirements.

·         Support continuous improvement activities related to warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, material flow, and workplace organization.

·         Maintain confidentiality and comply with company policies and procedures.

·         Perform other warehouse, material handling, and logistics duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

·         High School Certificate, Vocational Certificate (ปวช.), Higher Vocational Certificate (ปวส.), or equivalent.

·         Minimum 2–3 years of experience in warehouse, material handling, inventory control, shipping/receiving, or related functions, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

·         Experience handling mechanical parts, metal components, industrial products, or manufacturing materials is preferred.

·         Basic knowledge of warehouse operations, receiving, material issuing, inventory control, packing, and shipping.

·         Experience using ERP or inventory management systems is preferred.

·         Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and data entry.

·         Experience using barcode scanners or warehouse storage systems is an advantage.

·         Basic ability to read part numbers, Bills of Materials (BOM), pick lists, Purchase Orders, and other warehouse documents.

·         Basic English skills for reading part descriptions, labels, shipping documents, and system information.

·         Forklift driving experience and a valid forklift training certificate are preferred.

·         Able to work independently and manage day-to-day warehouse activities with minimal supervision.

·         Detail-oriented with a strong focus on inventory accuracy and material traceability.

·         Responsible, reliable, organized, and able to work with a sense of urgency.

·         Good communication and teamwork skills.

·         Willing to learn and able to adapt to changing operational requirements.

Physical Requirements

·         Able to regularly stand, walk, bend, reach, push, and pull while performing warehouse duties.

·         Able to lift and move materials weighing up to approximately 20–25 kg safely, with appropriate assistance or equipment when required.

·         Able to perform physical warehouse activities throughout the working day.

·         Able to work in warehouse and manufacturing environments.

Key Competencies

·         Warehouse operations

·         Receiving and shipping

·         Inventory control and stock accuracy

·         Material identification and traceability

·         Picking and material issuing

·         Packing and product handling

·         ERP and data accuracy

·         Organization and 5S

·         Attention to detail

·         Safety awareness

·         Strong follow-up and sense of urgency

·         Accountability and ownership

·         Ability to work independently

Cross-functional coordination