Material Handler

Position overview:

A Material Handler handles, moves and stores materials within the manufacturing floor. The main duties include loading and unloading of different items, recording inventory statuses and making sure deliveries properly match purchase orders. The Material Handler possesses a customer focused attitude and continuous improvement mindset, as well as has the base knowledge receiving, shipping, and inventory controls. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Loading and unloading trucks, as well as delivering received materials.
• Daily tagging, identification, and detailed inspection of materials, including material matching to POs and packaging slips.
• Keeping a well-maintained and updated account of stock and inventory utilizing the Kanban system. Utilizing visual material signals to re-order and requisition parts.  
• Handling organization and presentation of inventory (parts rotation, restocking bins, etc.).
• Posting and logging inventory receipts into the system.
• Protecting inventory from damage, corrosion, and deterioration.
• Repackaging inventory as needed.
• Copying and distributing documents to accounting.
• Collaborating with internal departments on receiving or shipping issues such as locating missing packages, fixing incorrect deliveries, and replacing damaged products.
• Arranging shipping via UPS, FEDEX, LTL, etc.
• Keeping all material handling equipment in the best condition by conducting regular maintenance.

Requirements:

• Experience with shipping and receiving processes and procedures.
• Experience performing order processing operations related to storage and retrieval of goods within a manufacturing/warehouse distribution center.
• Must be computer literate with MRP system knowledge, ability to use email, and process FEDEX and UPS. ERP knowledge and experience a plus.
• Ability to operate power jacks, drive forklifts, and use palette jacks.
• English comprehension is a must. 
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills and ability to work with minimal supervision. 
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing responsibilities.
• Familiarly with 5S principals of manufacturing. 
• Maintaining an accurate log sheets, including daily tagging, identification, and detailed inspection of materials, including material matching to POs and packaging slips.
• Posting and logging inventory receipts into the system.
• Copying and distributing documents to accounting.