Material Handling Equipment Manager at W.B. Mason Company, Inc – Boston, Massachusetts

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Position Title: Material Handling Equipment Manager
Position Type: Full Time
Location: 647 Summer Street, Boston, MA, USA
Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year
Description:

W.B. Mason is looking for a full-time Material Handling Equipment Manager who's ready to lead the systems that keep our operations moving. In this role, you will guide the performance, safety, and reliability of essential material handling equipment while playing a key part in facility growth and continuous improvement.

We proudly offer competitive pay, along with a full benefits package that includes:

• A full‑time schedule
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending program
• Paid holidays
• Dependent care
• Blue Cross Blue Shield plans with $0 in‑network deductible
• Short‑ & long‑term disability
• Company‑provided/supplemental life insurance
• Company‑paid cell phone plan (unlimited talk/text/data - add a family member for just $55/month per line

ABOUT THIS MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT MANAGER JOB

You own the full lifecycle of material handling equipment, guiding everything from initial acquisition through long-term performance and eventual replacement to ensure forklifts, conveyors, sortation systems, and palletizers operate reliably every day. You shape maintenance strategies that reduce downtime and extend asset life, using performance data to spot trends and drive timely improvements. Safety and compliance are central to your work, as you lead audits, oversee corrective actions, and collaborate with Safety teams to reinforce proper equipment use. You also play a critical role in evaluating new equipment, guiding installations and acceptance testing, and providing technical leadership during expansions or automation initiatives. Along the way, you partner closely with Operations to improve material flow, build strong vendor relationships, mentor technical team members, resolve high‑priority equipment issues, communicate risks and progress to leadership, and travel to facilities or suppliers when needed to support the business.

Would you excel as our Materials Handling Equipment Manager? Here's some of what you need:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience managing material handling equipment in manufacturing, warehousing, or distribution environments
• Experience managing capital projects and equipment vendors
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems
• Familiarity with CMMS/EAM systems for maintenance tracking
• Ability to interpret equipment schematics, layouts, and technical documentation
• Physical ability to lift/move up to 75 lbs.
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work across operations, engineering, and leadership teams
• Ability to spend time in operational environments (warehouse or plant floor)
• Ability to respond to off-hours equipment issues

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with automated and/or semi-automated MHE systems
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems
• Lean, Six Sigma, or TPM certification
• OSHA certification or strong safety leadership experience

A LITTLE ABOUT US

At W.B. Mason, we're more than just a supplier; we're your dedicated partner in creating a thriving workspace! Our extensive range of products, from office supplies and ergonomic furniture to top-notch cleaning supplies and delicious food service items, ensures that you have everything you need for seamless operations. But what sets us apart is our commitment to building trust and fostering strong relationships. We believe in promoting from within, providing real growth opportunities for ambitious individuals hungry to advance their careers.

Apply today to become our Materials Handling Equipment Manager through our quick, mobile‑friendly initial application!

This role may involve the operation of certain pieces of Material Handling Equipment (MHE). The company supplies and mandates training and certification on each individual piece of equipment prior to permissible use. Use of any equipment by an employee on which they are not trained and certified may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.