Entry Level Material Control Clerk Jobs
New grad material control clerk jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or hands-on coursework in inventory or logistics can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Chemicals & Materials, and Transportation & Logistics, with employers like CEVA Logistics, ABC Supply Co., and Cleveland-Cliffs hiring at this level now.
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Position Summary
We are looking for technically skilled candidates with excellent attention to detail for the position of forklift operator. Forklift operators are responsible for optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency, scheduling vehicles for maintenance and repairs, and managing inventory by utilizing RF scanning equipment, among other duties. Forklift operators will need to transport valuable items, requiring diligence and good hand-eye coordination.
POSITION ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Loading, unloading, shipping, and receiving warehouse items.
- Transporting materials to different locations within the plant.
- Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency.
- Managing inventory by utilizing RF scanning equipment.
- Operating and managing technical equipment.
- Picking and wrapping orders for shipment.
- Adhering to safety management standards.
- Adhering to production schedules.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- At least six-months to one-year of forklift experience.
- Must possess basic math skills and proficiently read and write in English.
- Ability to work with little supervision.
- Must be able to push, pull, reach in place, bend and use proper lifting techniques.
- Must have general knowledge of equipment used in designated area.
- Ability to comprehend Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) requirements and procedures.
- Ensures all procedures follow GMP’s governmental regulations as well as the Company’s policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend, and move about the work environment, plants, or offices. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms, climb, or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Lifting requirements are up to 75 lbs. Exposure to loud industrial-type environments is commonly found in plants. Varied temperatures from hot and humid to very cold.
Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (AFNA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AFNA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis protected by stated, federal, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Position Summary
We are looking for technically skilled candidates with excellent attention to detail for the position of forklift operator. Forklift operators are responsible for optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency, scheduling vehicles for maintenance and repairs, and managing inventory by utilizing RF scanning equipment, among other duties. Forklift operators will need to transport valuable items, requiring diligence and good hand-eye coordination.
POSITION ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Loading, unloading, shipping, and receiving warehouse items.
- Transporting materials to different locations within the plant.
- Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency.
- Managing inventory by utilizing RF scanning equipment.
- Operating and managing technical equipment.
- Picking and wrapping orders for shipment.
- Adhering to safety management standards.
- Adhering to production schedules.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- At least six-months to one-year of forklift experience.
- Must possess basic math skills and proficiently read and write in English.
- Ability to work with little supervision.
- Must be able to push, pull, reach in place, bend and use proper lifting techniques.
- Must have general knowledge of equipment used in designated area.
- Ability to comprehend Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) requirements and procedures.
- Ensures all procedures follow GMP’s governmental regulations as well as the Company’s policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend, and move about the work environment, plants, or offices. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms, climb, or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Lifting requirements are up to 75 lbs. Exposure to loud industrial-type environments is commonly found in plants. Varied temperatures from hot and humid to very cold.
Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (AFNA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AFNA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis protected by stated, federal, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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Entry Level Material Control Clerk Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level material control clerk job?
Entry level material control clerk roles typically look for candidates who can demonstrate basic inventory tracking, attention to detail, and comfort with warehouse management systems or spreadsheets. Internships, supply chain coursework, or any hands-on experience receiving, counting, or organizing materials gives you a clear edge. Highlight accuracy, reliability, and any exposure to ERP systems or cycle counting in your application.
Which companies hire entry level material control clerks?
Companies hiring entry level material control clerks right now include CEVA Logistics, ABC Supply Co., and Cleveland-Cliffs, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors, manufacturers, and distribution companies tend to have the most consistent openings at this level, often with structured onboarding for candidates stepping into their first materials role.
Are there remote entry level material control clerk jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of inventory and materials work. About 4% of entry level material control clerk openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically focus on data entry, purchase order processing, or coordination tasks that can be done off the warehouse floor.
Are these new grad material control clerk jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates and candidates with little to no professional experience. A new-grad-friendly posting typically requires zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects as qualifying background, and focuses on teachable skills like organization, data entry, and familiarity with inventory concepts rather than years on the job.
Which industries hire the most entry level material control clerks?
Entry Level material control clerk roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Chemicals & Materials, and Transportation & Logistics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors rely on tight inventory accuracy and high-volume materials movement, which creates steady demand for entry level candidates who can support receiving, issuance, and recordkeeping operations.