Material Handler

About KS Large Bore Pistons:

The KS Large Bore Pistons Group is one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of large-bore pistons. We offer customized solutions for pistons with diameters ranging from 130 to 640mm. Our pistons are made of aluminum, spheroidal graphite iron, or steel, as well as combinations of these materials for all customer applications.

In addition to pistons for conventional fuels, we also provide product solutions for alternative fuels such as hydrogen, ammonia, or methanol. You can learn more at our website: KS Large Bore Pistons Germany GmbH (ks-lbp.com)

Position Overview:

The Material Handler performs essential production support functions including maintaining the cleanliness and operational readiness of production equipment and work areas, transporting materials throughout the facility, and supporting inventory and shipping activities. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness and operational readiness of production equipment and work areas, including removing chips, waste, and spills from machines, emptying chip hoppers, and scrubbing floors 
• Manage waste removal and disposal in accordance with established safety protocols and environmental regulations 
• Transport raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods between production areas and the warehouse using hand trucks, carts, pallet jacks, or forklifts
• Ensure continuous material supply to production machines to prevent interruptions in workflow
• Complete required documentation and maintenance documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Adhere to all safety regulations and housekeeping standards, OSHA standards, and internal housekeeping standards at all times
• Collaborate with Shipping & Receiving Handler and Planning & Logistics Coordinator to monitor and maintain adequate inventory levels of supplies and packaging materials
• Participate in cycle counts or in physical inventory audits
• Provide backup support for incoming and outgoing material handling operations, including unloading shipments, performing visual inspections, staging materials, and preparing orders for shipment
• Participates in quality and environmental initiatives, including identifying nonconformities, reporting potential environmental risks, and attending required safety and environmental training
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervision

Qualifications and Physical Requirements:

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic instructions, correspondence, and memos
• Basic mathematical skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using units of weight measurement and volume
• Ability to operate a variety of small hand tools, hand trucks, forklifts, and basic janitorial tools
• Occasional lifting and/or moving items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Frequent walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching above shoulders, and operating equipment with feet
• Work environment includes regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals
• Use of safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, and proper clothing is required 

Benefits:

• Sign-on bonus
• Accrue Paid Time Off as of date of hire
• Free access to company clinic and onsite physical therapist for employees and eligible dependents (with or without KSLP insurance) upon hire
• Eligible for full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance upon hire
• 401k with employer match
• Safety shoe reimbursement program
• Prescription safety glasses reimbursement program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Referral program
• Fitness reimbursement program
• Scholarship program
• Overtime hours
• Off-shift hourly premium

How to Apply:

If you are ready to advance your career with us, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to alison.heider@us.ks-lbp.com, apply to our Career Center at Recruitment (adp.com), or apply directly through Indeed or ZipRecruiter.

KS Large Bore Pistons is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.