Job Description

Company Overview:

MP Materials (NYSE: MP) is rebuilding American industrial capability for a new era of autonomy, robotics, and electrification.

We are the only U.S. company with a fully integrated rare earth supply chain—from mining and refining to advanced metal and magnet manufacturing. Our products include both the critical materials used to make permanent magnets and the finished magnets themselves—enabling next-generation technologies in robotics, automation, aerospace, transportation, defense, and energy systems. These materials are the foundation of physical AI—the convergence of computation, movement, and control.

We hire ambitious, mission-driven people who want to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of strategic industries. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, resiliency, and integrity, with a deep commitment to operational excellence and national purpose. MP is rapidly evolving from a materials producer into a leading U.S. manufacturer—and our people are driving that transformation.

Position Overview:

The Warehouse Operator Trainee assists with the day-to-day operations of the warehouse with key processes such as receiving, storing, picking, and shipping materials. They operate equipment like forklifts or pallet jacks, follow safety protocols, maintain inventory accuracy, and support overall warehouse organization and efficiency.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist with receiving, inspecting, and verifying incoming materials and shipments.
• Organize and put away materials in designated locations.
• Accurately pick, issue, stage, and deliver material to different departments on site.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory reconciliation.
• Document and record all material transactions in SAP to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Communicate with other departments to quickly resolve issues as they come up.
• Coordinate with the buyers to resolve paperwork discrepancies and returns.
• Coordinate inbound deliveries and shipping out samples/small parcels.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily safety inspections of work areas and operating equipment.
• Perform housekeeping in work areas as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or industrial type setting.
• Experience with inventory systems or warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Basic computer skills.

Desired Qualities:

• Experience with SAP.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to communicate with management and staff professionally and effectively.

MP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position’s requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.

Your Right to Work – In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification document form upon hire.

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