Materials Associate

About the Role

Are you organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about keeping operations running smoothly? We're looking for a Materials Associate to join our dynamic team and support freight scheduling, inventory tracking, receiving, and related logistics activities. This is a great opportunity to play a vital behind-the-scenes role in our fast-paced distribution environment.

What You'll Do

You'll provide key administrative and clerical support to our distribution team, helping ensure accuracy, efficiency, and excellent coordination across logistics functions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Freight Scheduling & Traffic Coordination

  • Schedule inbound/outbound freight shipments

  • Verify freight rates and assist with freight payments

• Inventory & Receiving Support

  • Enter and verify receiving transactions

  • Assist with physical inventory and audits

  • Maintain accurate documentation and data records

• Shipping Documentation

  • Prepare Bills of Lading and export paperwork

  • Ensure compliance with shipping standards

• Clerical & Administrative Tasks

  • Maintain ISO 9001 documentation

  • Support distribution training and employee activities

  • Accurately input and manage data in internal systems (MRP, barcode, mainframe)

What We're Looking For

• Education & Experience

  • Associate's degree or equivalent (preferred)

  • 2+ years of related experience in logistics, distribution, or supply chain

  • OR an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Technical Skills

  • Comfortable with data entry, Microsoft Office, MRP systems, and barcode technology

  • Familiar with warehouse, inventory, shipping, and receiving processes

• Soft Skills

  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication

  • Able to problem-solve and adapt in a fast-moving environment

Safety & Environmental Commitment

We believe safety is everyone's responsibility. You'll be expected to:

• Prioritize personal and team safety in all tasks

• Actively support our environmental and sustainability policies

• Embrace our company culture of shared accountability and continuous improvement

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Hybrid of office and manufacturing floor environment

• May occasionally lift/move up to 25 lbs

• Periods of standing, walking, and computer-based work

• Exposure to typical manufacturing sounds and safety protocols

Why Join Us?

• Stable, team-oriented environment

• Opportunities to grow your knowledge in logistics and operations

• Full benefits package & commitment to employee development

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.