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Material Handler II

Applied Materials
Gloucester, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Jul 2026

About the role

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$18.00 - $24.80

Location:

Gloucester,MA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits

Key Responsibilities

Locates, audits and transfers kits or materials as required.  May perform satellite receiving functions.  May perform materials pick-up or drop-off at vendor sites (requiring the use of a van or truck).

Performs cycle count to verify and maintain inventory; identifies and processes nonconforming material.

Under direction from management, prevents accumulation of excess or exceptional material. Moves stock as required. In a manufacturing environment, may replenish empty line-side bins.

Receives parts and updates inventory records; may perform transactions in Oracle, or other inventory systems. Verifies vendor delivery before accepting parts and/or inventory.  May monitor, update and maintain shortage reports including review of work orders.

Under direction from supervisor, purges stock of excess and obsolete material. Takes action necessary to rework, transfer, or scrap these items.

Operates powered industrial vehicles as assigned; may operate pallet jack, electric pallet jack and/or forklift. May drive a van or truck if necessary, or operate overhead crane. Adheres to all safety standards and protocols.  Follows documented business processes. Trains other Material Coordinators as required.

Regulates and prepares material for delivery to the cleanroom environment.

Employees may be assigned to work in a spares environment, with a heavier focus on activities related to inventory management.  Performs transactions in SAP.

Other Requirements: This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts.

Additionally, because this position may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Functional Knowledge

  • Has developed skills to perform day-to-day activities

Business Expertise

  • Understands how the assigned duties relate to others in the team and how the team integrates with others

Leadership

  • Has no supervisory responsibilities

Problem Solving

  • Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area without supervisory approval; evaluates and selects solutions from established options

Impact

  • Impacts the quality of own work

Interpersonal Skills

  • Uses communication skills for exchange of information 

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

No

Relocation Eligible:

No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experien

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