Material Handler (Temp/Contract)
Crane Company
- Location
- Burbank, CA
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- H-1B history
- 2 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
About this role
Job Summary
The Material Handler I/II is responsible for receiving, moving, storing, counting, tracking, issuing, and shipping a variety of production parts, materials, and supplies. The production floor relies on this position to provide the right parts and materials at the right time to meet on-time-delivery goals. Please note this is a temporary/contract opportunity. About Crane Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft – delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E’s brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You’ll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics! Essential Functions: Maintain accurate inventory control by following established work instructions and processes. Complete the cycle count process for Value Stream; Escalate variances in counts as needed Perform root cause investigation on variances in cycle counts Move materials to and from receiving, production areas and shipping by hand, using sorting bins and carts, or other equipment Consult with others (i.e., supervisors, buyer planners, etc.) to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, and nonconformance to specifications Unpack, receive, and stock materials into storeroom location(s); Pack and ship materials in accordance with contract requirements Read work orders to determine material and equipment needs for production cell work Issue critical materials to production cells Respond to unplanned issues with internal customers in a timely manner Aid and/or Backfill coworkers, as needed to complete daily tasks Change part stocking methods to better facilitate production needs Ensure compliance with export compliance rules Assist with training new employees and cross training other materials associates Capable of supporting more than one value stream Any other task assigned by supervisor or management Minimum Qualifications:
Experience
3-6 years of relevant manufacturing experience; Previous experience working with manufacturing software tools Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods; Familiar with lean principles; Understanding of continuous improvement tools Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated outstanding manual dexterity; Demonstrated ability to concentrate on repetitive tasks; Demonstrated ability to accurately follow detailed work instructions; Demonstrated ability to understand standard work instructions; Demonstrated ability to solve routine problems; Math skills to perform basic calculations; Outstanding verbal communication skills; Proficient with MS Office Education/Certification: High School diploma or equivalent Preferred Qualifications: Knowledgeable in the use of Microscopes Eligibility Requirement: This position requires access to controlled data or information and therefore only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor we are bound by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ( ITAR ).
Working Conditions
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks,