Material Runner – Medical Tubing & Needle Manufacturing
Location: Natick, MA
Schedule: Full-Time | 7a-4p
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Position Summary
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Material Runner to support production operations in our medical tubing and needle manufacturing facility. This position plays a critical role in ensuring manufacturing teams have the materials, components, and supplies needed to maintain production schedules while supporting quality and regulatory requirements.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Deliver raw materials, components, packaging supplies, and work orders to production departments.
- Transport finished goods and work-in-process materials between manufacturing areas.
- Maintain proper inventory levels at production workstations and replenish materials as needed.
- Verify material identification, lot numbers, and quantities to ensure accuracy and traceability.
- Scan and record material movements using inventory management systems and barcode scanners.
- Assist with receiving, staging, and storing incoming materials.
- Support cycle counts and inventory accuracy initiatives.
- Remove scrap, excess materials, and empty containers from production areas.
- Follow FDA, ISO, GMP, and company quality procedures regarding material handling and traceability.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
- Work closely with Production, Quality, Shipping, and Warehouse teams to support manufacturing goals.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous experience in manufacturing, warehouse, material handling, inventory control, or logistics preferred.
- Ability to read work orders, inventory labels, and production documents.
- Basic computer skills and experience with scanners or inventory systems preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and safely move materials throughout the facility.
- Dependable attendance and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Experience
- Medical device, pharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing environment.
- Inventory control and material traceability procedures.
- ERP or inventory management software.
- Forklift or pallet jack experience (if applicable).
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Career growth opportunities
- Stable and growing medical manufacturing environment
Why Join Us?
As a Material Runner, you are a vital part of the manufacturing process. Your attention to detail and ability to keep production supplied with the right materials at the right time helps ensure life-saving medical products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
