What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Material Handler position at Guardian Bikes?
About Syscend
Syscend (the platform behind Guardian Bikes) is building a vertically integrated, AI-driven manufacturing and commerce company. We design, manufacture, fulfill, and sell directly from our U.S. factory floor to the customer’s door.
Job Summary
Every bike we build starts with the right part, in the right place, at the right time — and that's where you come in. As a Material Handler at Guardian Bikes, you'll be the engine behind our production floor, making sure materials flow seamlessly. It's fast-paced, hands-on work that keeps our entire operation running — and it directly supports our mission of getting the safest bikes into the hands of kids across the country.
Guardian Bikes is seeking a dependable Material Handler to support our manufacturing operations. This role will be responsible for material handling, kanban management, and warehouse support.
Key Responsibilities
Keep materials moving, keep production running, and keep the operation on point. In this hands-on role, you’ll help ensure the right materials are in the right place at the right time by:
- Move It. Make It Happen. Load, unload, and transport materials safely and efficiently using forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, and manual handling techniques.
- Keep Kanban Flowing. Maintain the Kanban inventory system by replenishing bins, shelves, and supermarket locations to ensure production never misses a beat.
- Prep for the Next Move. Label, tag, wrap, and organize materials and finished products for accurate storage or shipment.
- Own Inventory Accuracy. Perform cycle counts, maintain inventory accuracy, identify discrepancies, and communicate issues quickly.
- Keep Equipment Ready. Conduct routine inspections of material-handling equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns before they become problems.
- Team Up Across Operations. Partner with warehouse and production teams, jumping in where needed to keep daily operations running smoothly.
- Safety Starts With You. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following all required safety and operating procedures.
- Be Ready to Pitch In. Take on additional warehouse and manufacturing assignments as needed to support the team and meet operational goals.
Skills & Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Warehouse, logistics, or material handling experience (preferred but not required).
- Forklift operation experience or willingness to be trained.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work.
- Reliability and punctuality.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good time management.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a team.