What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Handler position at Mercury Systems?
Job Summary:
Mercury Systems is seeking the best and brightest talent to help us bring cutting-edge technology to mission-critical aerospace and defense applications, advancing innovation where it matters most. We bridge commercial innovation with defense-grade security to ensure our warfighters and allies have the technological advantage.
As a Material Handler, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and compliant movement of materials throughout our Phoenix manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for working in stockroom operations, to include kitting, material returns, maintaining inventory accuracy, and working in shipping & receiving. Your expertise will directly support the production of high-reliability aerospace and defense technologies, helping Mercury meet critical delivery timelines and uphold the highest standards of quality and security.
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage the receipt, inspection, and documentation of incoming materials in accordance with quality and regulatory standards
- Will be assigned to execution of kitting activities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely release to production
- Perform cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciliation processes
- Collaborate with planning and procurement teams to resolve discrepancies and prevent shortages
- Monitor material movement between stockroom, production, and shipping areas, ensuring safe and efficient handling
- Operate material handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, and barcode scanners
- Maintain accurate inventory records within ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP), ensuring data integrity and traceability
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on lean practices, inventory optimization, and operational efficiency
- Work with other material handlers, promoting best practices and adherence to Mercury’s standards
- Ensure strict compliance with ITAR, AS9100, ESD protocols, and Mercury’s safety and quality procedures
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in material handling, inventory control, or stockroom operations
- Intermediate experience in ERP systems and inventory management tools
- Knowledge of kitting, BOM interpretation, and production support workflows
- Valid forklift certification or ability to obtain upon hire
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability electronics manufacturing
- Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems
- Knowledge of ESD-safe handling and hazardous material protocols
- Prior experience supporting DoD contracts or government-regulated production environments
This position requires you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government.