About the role
Warehouse - Material Handling
Applications do not guarantee employment.
Work location: Our Benson, NC facility.
Career fair location: Johnston Community College, Advanced Manufacturing Facility: 300 Innovation Avenue, Four Oaks, NC 27524
Vulcan Elements manufactures rare-earth permanent magnets in the United States for industries including defense, aerospace, and automotive. Our work supports national security and economic resilience, and our team values mission focus, technical excellence, and integrity.
This posting is specifically for candidates who wish to preapply for consideration for opportunities with Vulcan Elements at our December 5, 2026 career fair at Johnston Community College, Advanced Manufacturing Facility: 300 Innovation Avenue, Four Oaks, NC 27524. It is an expression of interest; specific roles and requirements will depend on available opportunities.
Warehouse and material handling opportunities support the safe receipt, storage, movement, and shipment of materials and finished products. We are interested in dependable candidates who can maintain accurate inventory and keep production supplied as our operations grow.
Career Fair Process
The career fair will take place December 5, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Doors close at 3:45 p.m. so our team can wrap up the day and complete processing. All candidates must arrive before doors close. Candidates are encouraged to preapply for consideration for opportunities with Vulcan Elements. Walk-ins are welcome and must bring a printed resume. The interview process will take approximately 45 minutes. All candidates must bring a form of ID to check in.
Please save and submit your resume using the preferred filename format First_Last_Title, for example Jane_Doe_Warehouse.pdf. The naming format is preferred, not required.
Responsibilities
- Receive and verify incoming materials; label, store, and report discrepancies or damage.
- Move materials to production and storage areas using approved equipment, as trained and authorized.
- Record inventory movements, support cycle counts, and maintain material identification and traceability.
- Prepare shipments and maintain orderly storage areas, clear aisles, and safe handling practices.
Responsibilities are representative and may change with business needs and the specific role.
Qualifications
- Ability to follow written instructions and handle materials safely and accurately.
- Attention to detail, reliable attendance, teamwork, and clear communication.
- Basic computer and math skills for inventory records, counts, and shipping documents.
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.
Preferred
- Warehouse, receiving, shipping, inventory, or manufacturing material handling experience.
- Experience with forklifts, pallet jacks, barcode scanners, or inventory systems; equipment operation requires site training and authorization.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Depending on the role, work may involve production areas, standing or walking, noise, heat, and required PPE. Shift and physical requirements of 35lbs while wearing a respirator, will be discussed for the specific opportunity. Roles requiring access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities require U.S. Person status.